What is the severity of CVE-2023-21057?

CVE-2023-21057 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2023-21057?

To fix CVE-2023-21057, users should update their Android device to the latest security patch provided by Google.

What products are impacted by CVE-2023-21057?

CVE-2023-21057 affects various versions of the Android operating system.

Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2023-21057?

No, exploitation of CVE-2023-21057 does not require user interaction.

What could happen if CVE-2023-21057 is exploited?

If CVE-2023-21057 is exploited, it could lead to an out of bounds write that may allow for remote code execution.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2023-21057

critical

9.8

CWE

787

24/3/2023

21/2/2025

CVE-2023-21057

First published: Fri Mar 24 2023(Updated: )

In ProfSixDecomTcpSACKoption of RohcPacketCommon, 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.Product: AndroidVersions: Android kernelAndroid ID: A-244450646References: N/A

Credit: security@android.com

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-21057?
CVE-2023-21057 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2023-21057?
To fix CVE-2023-21057, users should update their Android device to the latest security patch provided by Google.
What products are impacted by CVE-2023-21057?
CVE-2023-21057 affects various versions of the Android operating system.
Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2023-21057?
No, exploitation of CVE-2023-21057 does not require user interaction.
What could happen if CVE-2023-21057 is exploited?
If CVE-2023-21057 is exploited, it could lead to an out of bounds write that may allow for remote code execution.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-21057?
CVE-2023-21057 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2023-21057?
To fix CVE-2023-21057, users should update their Android device to the latest security patch provided by Google.
What products are impacted by CVE-2023-21057?
CVE-2023-21057 affects various versions of the Android operating system.
Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2023-21057?
No, exploitation of CVE-2023-21057 does not require user interaction.
What could happen if CVE-2023-21057 is exploited?
If CVE-2023-21057 is exploited, it could lead to an out of bounds write that may allow for remote code execution.