CVE-2023-40127: Low severity Google Android vulnerability

Published Oct 2, 2023
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Updated

In multiple locations, there is a possible way to access screenshots due to a confused deputy. This could lead to local information disclosure with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

Affected Software

5 affected components
Google Android=11.0
Google Android=12.0
Google Android=12.1
Google Android=13.0
Google Android

Event History

Oct 2, 2023
CVE Published
via Android·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Android·12:00 AM
SeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Oct 27, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:22 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:22 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2023-40127?

CVE-2023-40127 is a vulnerability that allows for a possible way to access screenshots due to a confused deputy, leading to local information disclosure on Google Android devices.

2

How severe is CVE-2023-40127?

CVE-2023-40127 has a severity rating of high (3.3).

3

How can CVE-2023-40127 be exploited?

CVE-2023-40127 can be exploited without user interaction by taking advantage of the confused deputy issue.

4

Which versions of Google Android are affected by CVE-2023-40127?

CVE-2023-40127 affects Google Android versions 11.0, 12.0, 12.1, and 13.0.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-40127?

You can find more information about CVE-2023-40127 at the following references: [reference_1](https://android.googlesource.com/platform/packages/providers/MediaProvider/+/747431250612507e8289ae8eb1a56303e79ab678), [reference_2](https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/2023-10-01), [reference_3](https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2023-10-01).

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