CVE-2023-20951: Critical severity Google Android vulnerability
In gattprocessprepwritersp of gattcl.cc, there is a possible out of bounds write due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to remote code execution with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.
Affected Software
Remediation
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android/platform/packages/modules/Bluetoothto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 13-next:2023-03-01 - Upgrade
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android/platform/system/btto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 11:2023-03-01 - Upgrade
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android/platform/system/btto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 12:2023-03-01 - Upgrade
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android/platform/system/btto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 12L:2023-03-01 - Upgrade
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android/platform/packages/modules/Bluetoothto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 13:2023-03-01
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2023-20951?
CVE-2023-20951 can lead to remote code execution if exploited, without requiring additional execution privileges.
Which versions of Android are affected by CVE-2023-20951?
CVE-2023-20951 affects Android versions 11.0, 12.0, 12.1, and 13.0.
Is user interaction necessary to exploit CVE-2023-20951?
No, user interaction is not needed for the exploitation of CVE-2023-20951.
How do I mitigate the risks associated with CVE-2023-20951?
To mitigate CVE-2023-20951, ensure your Android device is updated with the latest security patches provided by Google.
What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2023-20951 classified as?
CVE-2023-20951 is classified as an out-of-bounds write vulnerability.