CVE-2023-21106: Double Free

Published May 1, 2023
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Updated

In adrenosetparam of adrenogpu.c, there is a possible memory corruption due to a double free. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

Affected Software

4 affected componentsFixes available
Google Android
debian/linux
5.10.223-15.10.234-16.1.129-16.1.135-16.12.25-16.12.27-1
Google Android
android/:linux_kernel:>=:0<:2023-05-05
:2023-05-05

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade debian/linux to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 5.10.223-1Fixed in 5.10.234-1Fixed in 6.1.129-1Fixed in 6.1.135-1Fixed in 6.12.25-1Fixed in 6.12.27-1
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade android/:linux_kernel: to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in :2023-05-05

Event History

May 1, 2023
CVE Published
via Android·12:00 AM
Advisory Published
via OSV·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Android·12:00 AM
SeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Data Sourced
via OSV·12:00 AM
DescriptionAffected Software
May 15, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-21106?

CVE-2023-21106 has a high severity due to the potential for local escalation of privilege.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-21106?

To fix CVE-2023-21106, ensure that your Android version is updated to the latest patched releases, such as 5.10.223-1 or newer.

3

What platforms are affected by CVE-2023-21106?

CVE-2023-21106 affects various versions of the Android kernel, primarily those shipped with Google Android devices.

4

Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2023-21106?

No, user interaction is not needed for the exploitation of CVE-2023-21106.

5

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-21106?

CVE-2023-21106 is classified as a memory corruption vulnerability caused by a double free in the adreno set parameter function.

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