First published: Mon Apr 03 2023(Updated: )
In deliverOnFlushComplete of LocationProviderManager.java, there is a possible way to bypass background activity launch restrictions due to a logic error in the code. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-12 Android-12L Android-13Android ID: A-235823542
Credit: security@android.com
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
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Android | ||
Android | =12.0 | |
Android | =12.1 | |
Android | =13.0 |
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CVE-2023-21088 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for local escalation of privilege.
To fix CVE-2023-21088, ensure that your affected Android device is updated to the latest security patch provided by Google.
CVE-2023-21088 affects Android versions 12.0, 12.1, and 13.0.
CVE-2023-21088 is a vulnerability that allows a possible bypass of background activity launch restrictions.
No, user interaction is not required to exploit CVE-2023-21088.