CVE-2023-20838
MEDIUMCVSS 4/10EPSS 0.08%
Last modified
CVE-2023-20838 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4/10 on the CVSS scale. In imgsys, there is a possible out of bounds read due to a race condition. This could lead to local information disclosure with System execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.08% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In imgsys, there is a possible out of bounds read due to a race condition. This could lead to local information disclosure with System execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation. Patch ID: ALPS07326455; Issue ID: ALPS07326418.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:H/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linuxfoundation | Yocto | 3.1 |
| Linuxfoundation | Yocto | 3.3 |
| Linuxfoundation | Yocto | 4.0 |
| Android | 12.0 | |
| Android | 13.0 | |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 4.19 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-20838?
In imgsys, there is a possible out of bounds read due to a race condition. This could lead to local information disclosure with System execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation. Patch ID: ALPS07326455; Issue ID: ALPS07326418.
How severe is CVE-2023-20838?
CVE-2023-20838 has a CVSS score of 4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.08% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-20838?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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