CVE-2023-35671: Medium severity Google Android vulnerability

Published Sep 5, 2023

Updated

In onHostEmulationData of HostEmulationManager.java, there is a possible way for a general purpose NFC reader to read the full card number and expiry details when the device is in locked screen mode due to a logic error in the code. This could lead to local information disclosure with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

Affected Software

5 affected components

Google Android=11.0

Google Android=12.0

Google Android=12.1

Google Android=13.0

Google Android

Remediation

Patch Available

https://android.googlesource.com/platform/packages/apps/Nfc/+/745632835f3d97513a9c2a96e56e1dc06c4e4176

Event History

Sep 5, 2023

CVE Published

via Android·12:00 AM

Data Sourced

via Android·12:00 AM

SeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Sep 11, 2023

CVE Published

via MITRE·08:09 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·08:09 PM

DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the vulnerability ID?

The vulnerability ID is CVE-2023-35671.

What is the severity of CVE-2023-35671?

The severity of CVE-2023-35671 is high.

What is affected by CVE-2023-35671?

Google Android versions 11.0, 12.0, 12.1, and 13.0 are affected by CVE-2023-35671.

How can the vulnerability be exploited?

An attacker can exploit CVE-2023-35671 by using a general purpose NFC reader to read the full card number and expiry details when the device is in locked screen mode.

Is there a fix available for CVE-2023-35671?

Yes, a fix for CVE-2023-35671 is available. It is recommended to update to the latest version of Google Android.