What is the severity of CVE-2023-21071?

CVE-2023-21071 is considered to have a high severity due to the potential for local escalation of privilege.

How do I fix CVE-2023-21071?

To fix CVE-2023-21071, ensure that your Android device is updated with the latest security patches provided by Google.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-21071?

CVE-2023-21071 is an out of bounds write vulnerability that arises from improper input validation.

Who is affected by CVE-2023-21071?

CVE-2023-21071 affects devices running specific versions of the Android kernel.

Does CVE-2023-21071 require user interaction for exploitation?

No, CVE-2023-21071 does not require user interaction for exploitation.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2023-21071

medium

6.7

CWE

787 20

24/3/2023

20/2/2025

CVE-2023-21071: Input Validation

First published: Fri Mar 24 2023(Updated: )

In dhd_prot_ioctcmplt_process of dhd_msgbuf.c, there is a possible out of bounds write due to improper input validation. 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-254028518References: N/A

Credit: security@android.com

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-21071?
CVE-2023-21071 is considered to have a high severity due to the potential for local escalation of privilege.
How do I fix CVE-2023-21071?
To fix CVE-2023-21071, ensure that your Android device is updated with the latest security patches provided by Google.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-21071?
CVE-2023-21071 is an out of bounds write vulnerability that arises from improper input validation.
Who is affected by CVE-2023-21071?
CVE-2023-21071 affects devices running specific versions of the Android kernel.
Does CVE-2023-21071 require user interaction for exploitation?
No, CVE-2023-21071 does not require user interaction for exploitation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-21071?
CVE-2023-21071 is considered to have a high severity due to the potential for local escalation of privilege.
How do I fix CVE-2023-21071?
To fix CVE-2023-21071, ensure that your Android device is updated with the latest security patches provided by Google.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-21071?
CVE-2023-21071 is an out of bounds write vulnerability that arises from improper input validation.
Who is affected by CVE-2023-21071?
CVE-2023-21071 affects devices running specific versions of the Android kernel.
Does CVE-2023-21071 require user interaction for exploitation?
No, CVE-2023-21071 does not require user interaction for exploitation.