What is the severity of CVE-2023-48418?

CVE-2023-48418 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for local privilege escalation.

How do I fix CVE-2023-48418?

To fix CVE-2023-48418, ensure the system is updated to the latest firmware version that addresses this vulnerability.

What is affected by CVE-2023-48418?

CVE-2023-48418 affects Google Pixel Watch firmware versions prior to the fix that resolves the insecure default value.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-48418?

CVE-2023-48418 is a privilege escalation vulnerability that allows unsecured access to adb before system updates are completed.

What could be the impact of exploiting CVE-2023-48418?

Exploiting CVE-2023-48418 could lead to unauthorized access and control over the device, resulting in a local escalation of privileges.

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CVE-2023-48418

critical

CWE

269

2/1/2024

13/2/2025

CVE-2023-48418: User Build misconfiguration resulting in local escalation of privilege

First published: Tue Jan 02 2024(Updated: )

In checkDebuggingDisallowed of DeviceVersionFragment.java, there is a possible way to access adb before SUW completion due to an insecure default value. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation

Credit: dsap-vuln-management@google.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
All of
Google Pixel Watch
Google Pixel Watch	=11

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What is the severity of CVE-2023-48418?
CVE-2023-48418 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for local privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2023-48418?
To fix CVE-2023-48418, ensure the system is updated to the latest firmware version that addresses this vulnerability.
What is affected by CVE-2023-48418?
CVE-2023-48418 affects Google Pixel Watch firmware versions prior to the fix that resolves the insecure default value.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-48418?
CVE-2023-48418 is a privilege escalation vulnerability that allows unsecured access to adb before system updates are completed.
What could be the impact of exploiting CVE-2023-48418?
Exploiting CVE-2023-48418 could lead to unauthorized access and control over the device, resulting in a local escalation of privileges.

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