CVE-2023-21086
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CVE-2023-21086 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In isToggleable of SecureNfcEnabler.java and SecureNfcPreferenceController.java, there is a possible way to enable NFC from a secondary account due to a permissions bypass. This could lead to local escalation of privilege from the Guest account with no additional execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.18% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In isToggleable of SecureNfcEnabler.java and SecureNfcPreferenceController.java, there is a possible way to enable NFC from a secondary account due to a permissions bypass. This could lead to local escalation of privilege from the Guest account with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-11 Android-12 Android-12L Android-13Android ID: A-238298970
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | 11.0 | |
| Android | 12.0 | |
| Android | 12.1 | |
| Android | 13.0 |
References
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2023-04-01Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2023-04-01Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
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