CVE-2023-40109: High severity Google Android vulnerability

Published Nov 1, 2023
·
Updated

In createFromParcel of UsbConfiguration.java, there is a possible background activity launch (BAL) due to a permissions bypass. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation.

Affected Software

12 affected componentsFixes available
Google Android=11.0
Google Android=12.0
Google Android=12.1
Google Android=13.0
Google Android=14.0
Google Android
android/platform/frameworks/base>=14-next:0<14-next:2023-11-01
14-next:2023-11-01
android/platform/frameworks/base>=11:0<11:2023-11-01
11:2023-11-01
android/platform/frameworks/base>=12:0<12:2023-11-01
12:2023-11-01
android/platform/frameworks/base>=12L:0<12L:2023-11-01
12L:2023-11-01
android/platform/frameworks/base>=13:0<13:2023-11-01
13:2023-11-01
android/platform/frameworks/base>=14:0<14:2023-11-01
14:2023-11-01

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade android/platform/frameworks/base to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 14-next:2023-11-01
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade android/platform/frameworks/base to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 11:2023-11-01
  3. Upgrade

    Upgrade android/platform/frameworks/base to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 12:2023-11-01
  4. Upgrade

    Upgrade android/platform/frameworks/base to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 12L:2023-11-01
  5. Upgrade

    Upgrade android/platform/frameworks/base to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 13:2023-11-01
  6. Upgrade

    Upgrade android/platform/frameworks/base to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 14:2023-11-01

Event History

Nov 1, 2023
Advisory Published
via OSV·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via OSV·12:00 AM
DescriptionAffected Software
Nov 6, 2023
CVE Published
via Android·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Android·12:00 AM
SeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Jan 23, 2024
Exploit Published
via GitHub·01:03 PM
Feb 15, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:31 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:31 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-40109?

CVE-2023-40109 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for local privilege escalation.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-40109?

To fix CVE-2023-40109, users should update their Android devices to the latest security patches provided by Google.

3

What are the affected versions for CVE-2023-40109?

CVE-2023-40109 affects Android versions 11.0 through 14.0.

4

What type of attack is associated with CVE-2023-40109?

CVE-2023-40109 is associated with a background activity launch due to a permissions bypass, requiring user interaction for exploitation.

5

Can CVE-2023-40109 be exploited remotely?

No, CVE-2023-40109 requires local access for exploitation, as user interaction is necessary.

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