CVE-2023-20904

Name: CVE-2023-20904
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2023-01-26T21:18:10.987+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.14%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2023-20904 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In getTrampolineIntent of SettingsActivity.java, there is a possible launch of arbitrary activity due to an Intent mismatch in the code. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.14% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In getTrampolineIntent of SettingsActivity.java, there is a possible launch of arbitrary activity due to an Intent mismatch in the code. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-12L Android-13Android ID: A-246300272

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

0.14%

3.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	12.1
Google	Android	13.0

References

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2023-01-01Vendor Advisory
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2023-01-01Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jan 26, 2023
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-20904?

How severe is CVE-2023-20904?

CVE-2023-20904 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.14% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2023-20904?

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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Source: NVD / NIST