What is the severity of CVE-2023-21068?

The severity of CVE-2023-21068 is considered high due to the potential for local privilege escalation.

How do I fix CVE-2023-21068?

To mitigate CVE-2023-21068, ensure your device is updated with the latest security patches from the manufacturer.

What devices are affected by CVE-2023-21068?

CVE-2023-21068 affects certain versions of Google Android devices that have not received the latest security updates.

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2023-21068?

The potential impacts of CVE-2023-21068 include unauthorized access to sensitive data and functions through local privilege escalation.

Is there a workaround for CVE-2023-21068?

Currently, the best workaround for CVE-2023-21068 is to avoid sharing your device until it has been fully updated.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2023-21068

high

7.8

CWE

269

24/3/2023

20/2/2025

CVE-2023-21068

First published: Fri Mar 24 2023(Updated: )

In (TBD) of (TBD), there is a possible way to boot with a hidden debug policy due to a missing warning to the user. This could lead to local escalation of privilege after preparing the device, hiding the warning, and passing the phone to a new user, with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android kernelAndroid ID: A-243433344References: N/A

Credit: security@android.com

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https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2023-03-01

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-21068?
The severity of CVE-2023-21068 is considered high due to the potential for local privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2023-21068?
To mitigate CVE-2023-21068, ensure your device is updated with the latest security patches from the manufacturer.
What devices are affected by CVE-2023-21068?
CVE-2023-21068 affects certain versions of Google Android devices that have not received the latest security updates.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2023-21068?
The potential impacts of CVE-2023-21068 include unauthorized access to sensitive data and functions through local privilege escalation.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2023-21068?
Currently, the best workaround for CVE-2023-21068 is to avoid sharing your device until it has been fully updated.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-21068?
The severity of CVE-2023-21068 is considered high due to the potential for local privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2023-21068?
To mitigate CVE-2023-21068, ensure your device is updated with the latest security patches from the manufacturer.
What devices are affected by CVE-2023-21068?
CVE-2023-21068 affects certain versions of Google Android devices that have not received the latest security updates.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2023-21068?
The potential impacts of CVE-2023-21068 include unauthorized access to sensitive data and functions through local privilege escalation.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2023-21068?
Currently, the best workaround for CVE-2023-21068 is to avoid sharing your device until it has been fully updated.