CVE-2023-40082: Critical severity android vulnerability

Published Dec 4, 2023
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Updated

In modifyfornextstage of fdt.rs, there is a possible way to render KASLR ineffective due to improperly used crypto. This could lead to remote escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Google Android
Google Android=14.0

Event History

Dec 4, 2023
CVE Published
via Android·12:00 AM
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:40 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:40 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2023-40082?

CVE-2023-40082 is a vulnerability in the modify_for_next_stage function of fdt.rs in Google Android that allows an attacker to render Kernel Address Space Layout Randomization (KASLR) ineffective, leading to remote escalation of privilege without requiring additional execution privileges.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2023-40082?

The severity of CVE-2023-40082 is high with a CVSSv3 score of 7 out of 10.

3

How can CVE-2023-40082 be exploited?

CVE-2023-40082 can be exploited remotely without requiring user interaction.

4

What software is affected by CVE-2023-40082?

Google Android is affected by CVE-2023-40082.

5

How can I fix CVE-2023-40082?

To fix CVE-2023-40082, users should apply the security patch provided by Google for Android.

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