What is the severity of CVE-2023-21063?

CVE-2023-21063 has a high severity rating due to its potential for local escalation of privilege.

How do I fix CVE-2023-21063?

To fix CVE-2023-21063, ensure that your Android device is updated to the latest security patch released by Google.

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2023-21063?

CVE-2023-21063 could lead to unauthorized access and privilege escalation on affected Android devices.

Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2023-21063?

No, user interaction is not needed for the exploitation of CVE-2023-21063.

Which Android versions are affected by CVE-2023-21063?

CVE-2023-21063 affects the Android kernel across various versions of Android.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2023-21063

medium

6.7

CWE

125

24/3/2023

20/2/2025

CVE-2023-21063

First published: Fri Mar 24 2023(Updated: )

In ParseWithAuthType of simdata.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-243129862References: N/A

Credit: security@android.com

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-21063?
CVE-2023-21063 has a high severity rating due to its potential for local escalation of privilege.
How do I fix CVE-2023-21063?
To fix CVE-2023-21063, ensure that your Android device is updated to the latest security patch released by Google.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2023-21063?
CVE-2023-21063 could lead to unauthorized access and privilege escalation on affected Android devices.
Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2023-21063?
No, user interaction is not needed for the exploitation of CVE-2023-21063.
Which Android versions are affected by CVE-2023-21063?
CVE-2023-21063 affects the Android kernel across various versions of Android.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-21063?
CVE-2023-21063 has a high severity rating due to its potential for local escalation of privilege.
How do I fix CVE-2023-21063?
To fix CVE-2023-21063, ensure that your Android device is updated to the latest security patch released by Google.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2023-21063?
CVE-2023-21063 could lead to unauthorized access and privilege escalation on affected Android devices.
Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2023-21063?
No, user interaction is not needed for the exploitation of CVE-2023-21063.
Which Android versions are affected by CVE-2023-21063?
CVE-2023-21063 affects the Android kernel across various versions of Android.