CVE-2023-20916
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CVE-2023-20916 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In getMainActivityLaunchIntent of LauncherAppsService.java, there is a possible way to bypass the restrictions on starting activities from the background due to a missing permission check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.13% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In getMainActivityLaunchIntent of LauncherAppsService.java, there is a possible way to bypass the restrictions on starting activities from the background due to a missing permission check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-12 Android-12LAndroid ID: A-229256049
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | 12.0 | |
| Android | 12.1 |
References
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2023-01-01Vendor Advisory
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2023-01-01Vendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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