What is CVE-2023-35676?

CVE-2023-35676 is a vulnerability in the createQuickShareAction method of SaveImageInBackgroundTask.java in Android 12.0, 12.1, and 13.0, which could allow a local attacker to escalate privileges without any additional execution privileges.

How severe is CVE-2023-35676?

CVE-2023-35676 has a severity level of high, with a severity value of 7 out of 10.

How can CVE-2023-35676 be exploited?

CVE-2023-35676 can be exploited by triggering a background activity launch through an unsafe PendingIntent in the createQuickShareAction method of SaveImageInBackgroundTask.java.

Which versions of Android are affected by CVE-2023-35676?

CVE-2023-35676 affects Android versions 12.0, 12.1, and 13.0.

How can I fix CVE-2023-35676?

To fix CVE-2023-35676, it is recommended to update to a patched version of Android when available. Follow the guidance provided by the vendor or official security advisories.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2023-35676

high

7.8

CWE

269

5/9/2023

11/9/2023

26/9/2024

CVE-2023-35676

First published: Tue Sep 05 2023(Updated: )

In createQuickShareAction of SaveImageInBackgroundTask.java, there is a possible way to trigger a background activity launch due to an unsafe PendingIntent. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

Credit: security@android.com security@android.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Google Android	=12.0
Google Android	=12.1
Google Android	=13.0
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What is CVE-2023-35676?
CVE-2023-35676 is a vulnerability in the createQuickShareAction method of SaveImageInBackgroundTask.java in Android 12.0, 12.1, and 13.0, which could allow a local attacker to escalate privileges without any additional execution privileges.
How severe is CVE-2023-35676?
CVE-2023-35676 has a severity level of high, with a severity value of 7 out of 10.
How can CVE-2023-35676 be exploited?
CVE-2023-35676 can be exploited by triggering a background activity launch through an unsafe PendingIntent in the createQuickShareAction method of SaveImageInBackgroundTask.java.
Which versions of Android are affected by CVE-2023-35676?
CVE-2023-35676 affects Android versions 12.0, 12.1, and 13.0.
How can I fix CVE-2023-35676?
To fix CVE-2023-35676, it is recommended to update to a patched version of Android when available. Follow the guidance provided by the vendor or official security advisories.

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