What is CVE-2023-40074?

CVE-2023-40074 is a vulnerability in the saveToXml function of PersistableBundle.java in Google Android that can lead to a local persistent denial of service attack.

What is the severity of CVE-2023-40074?

CVE-2023-40074 has a severity rating of high.

How does CVE-2023-40074 work?

CVE-2023-40074 occurs when invalid data is passed to the saveToXml function of PersistableBundle.java, causing a local persistent denial of service without requiring additional execution privileges or user interaction.

How can I fix CVE-2023-40074?

To fix CVE-2023-40074, it is recommended to apply the security patch provided by Google for the affected version of Android.

Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-40074?

More information about CVE-2023-40074 can be found in the Android Security Bulletin for December 2023.

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CVE-2023-40074

medium

5.5

4/12/2023

26/8/2024

CVE-2023-40074

First published: Mon Dec 04 2023(Updated: )

In saveToXml of PersistableBundle.java, invalid data could lead to local persistent denial of service with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

Credit: security@android.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Google Android
Google Android	=11.0
Google Android	=12.0
Google Android	=12.1
Google Android	=13.0

Remedy

https://android.googlesource.com/platform/frameworks/base/+/40e4ea759743737958dde018f3606d778f7a53f3

Remedy

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2023-12-01

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-40074?
CVE-2023-40074 is a vulnerability in the saveToXml function of PersistableBundle.java in Google Android that can lead to a local persistent denial of service attack.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-40074?
CVE-2023-40074 has a severity rating of high.
How does CVE-2023-40074 work?
CVE-2023-40074 occurs when invalid data is passed to the saveToXml function of PersistableBundle.java, causing a local persistent denial of service without requiring additional execution privileges or user interaction.
How can I fix CVE-2023-40074?
To fix CVE-2023-40074, it is recommended to apply the security patch provided by Google for the affected version of Android.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-40074?
More information about CVE-2023-40074 can be found in the Android Security Bulletin for December 2023.

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