CVE-2023-26980: Race Condition

Published Apr 14, 2023
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Updated

DISPUTED PAX Technology PAX A920 Pro PayDroid 8.1suffers from a Race Condition vulnerability, which allows attackers to bypass the payment software and force the OS to boot directly to Android during the boot process. NOTE: the vendor disputes this because the attack is not feasible: the home launcher will be loaded before any user applications.

Affected Software

4 affected components
PAX PayDroid=8.1
PAX A920 Pro
All of the following
PAX PayDroid=8.1
PAX A920 Pro

Event History

Apr 14, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Disputed
01:15 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-26980?

The severity of CVE-2023-26980 is currently disputed by the vendor, citing that the exploit is not feasible in practical scenarios.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-26980?

As of now, there are no specific patches or fixes available for CVE-2023-26980 as the vendor disputes the vulnerability.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2023-26980?

CVE-2023-26980 specifically affects the PAX PayDroid 8.1 software running on certain devices such as the PAX A920 Pro.

4

What kind of attack does CVE-2023-26980 enable?

CVE-2023-26980 allows attackers to potentially bypass payment software and directly boot to Android during the device's boot process.

5

Why does the vendor dispute CVE-2023-26980?

The vendor disputes CVE-2023-26980's validity by arguing that the necessary conditions for the attack are not feasible.

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