What is the severity of CVE-2023-21062?

CVE-2023-21062 has a high severity rating due to its potential for local escalation of privilege.

How do I fix CVE-2023-21062?

To fix CVE-2023-21062, ensure your Android device is updated to the latest security patch that addresses this vulnerability.

What versions of Android are affected by CVE-2023-21062?

CVE-2023-21062 affects specific versions of the Android kernel across various Android devices.

Can CVE-2023-21062 be exploited remotely?

No, CVE-2023-21062 requires local access to exploit as user interaction is not needed for exploitation.

What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2023-21062?

CVE-2023-21062 is categorized as an out of bounds read vulnerability that may lead to privilege escalation.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2023-21062

medium

6.7

CWE

125

24/3/2023

20/2/2025

CVE-2023-21062

First published: Fri Mar 24 2023(Updated: )

In DoSetTempEcc of imsservice.cpp, there is a possible out of bounds read due to an incorrect bounds check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with System execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android kernelAndroid ID: A-243376770References: N/A

Credit: security@android.com

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-21062?
CVE-2023-21062 has a high severity rating due to its potential for local escalation of privilege.
How do I fix CVE-2023-21062?
To fix CVE-2023-21062, ensure your Android device is updated to the latest security patch that addresses this vulnerability.
What versions of Android are affected by CVE-2023-21062?
CVE-2023-21062 affects specific versions of the Android kernel across various Android devices.
Can CVE-2023-21062 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2023-21062 requires local access to exploit as user interaction is not needed for exploitation.
What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2023-21062?
CVE-2023-21062 is categorized as an out of bounds read vulnerability that may lead to privilege escalation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-21062?
CVE-2023-21062 has a high severity rating due to its potential for local escalation of privilege.
How do I fix CVE-2023-21062?
To fix CVE-2023-21062, ensure your Android device is updated to the latest security patch that addresses this vulnerability.
What versions of Android are affected by CVE-2023-21062?
CVE-2023-21062 affects specific versions of the Android kernel across various Android devices.
Can CVE-2023-21062 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2023-21062 requires local access to exploit as user interaction is not needed for exploitation.
What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2023-21062?
CVE-2023-21062 is categorized as an out of bounds read vulnerability that may lead to privilege escalation.