CVE-2023-40104: High severity Google Android vulnerability
In ca-certificates, there is a possible way to read encrypted TLS data due to untrusted cryptographic certificates. This could lead to remote information disclosure with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
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android/platform/external/conscryptto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 14-next:2023-11-01 - Upgrade
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android/platform/system/ca-certificatesto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 14-next:2023-11-01 - Upgrade
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android/platform/system/ca-certificatesto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 11:2023-11-01 - Upgrade
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android/platform/system/ca-certificatesto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 12:2023-11-01 - Upgrade
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android/platform/system/ca-certificatesto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 12L:2023-11-01 - Upgrade
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android/platform/system/ca-certificatesto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 13:2023-11-01
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-40104?
CVE-2023-40104 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote information disclosure without requiring user interaction.
How do I fix CVE-2023-40104?
To fix CVE-2023-40104, update the affected Android version to the latest security patch provided by Google.
What platforms are affected by CVE-2023-40104?
CVE-2023-40104 affects Google Android versions 11.0, 12.0, 12.1, and 13.0.
What kind of attack can exploit CVE-2023-40104?
CVE-2023-40104 can be exploited to read encrypted TLS data by leveraging untrusted cryptographic certificates.
Is user interaction required for exploiting CVE-2023-40104?
No, user interaction is not needed for the exploitation of CVE-2023-40104.