CVE-2023-35676

Name: CVE-2023-35676
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2023-09-11T21:15:42.313+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.10%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2023-35676 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In createQuickShareAction of SaveImageInBackgroundTask.java, there is a possible way to trigger a background activity launch due to an unsafe PendingIntent. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.10% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In createQuickShareAction of SaveImageInBackgroundTask.java, there is a possible way to trigger a background activity launch due to an unsafe PendingIntent. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

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

0.10%

0.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-269

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	12.0
Google	Android	12.1
Google	Android	13.0

References

https://android.googlesource.com/platform/frameworks/base/+/109e58b62dc9fedcee93983678ef9d4931e72afaVendor Advisory
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2023-09-01Vendor Advisory
https://android.googlesource.com/platform/frameworks/base/+/109e58b62dc9fedcee93983678ef9d4931e72afaVendor Advisory
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2023-09-01Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Sep 11, 2023
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-35676?

How severe is CVE-2023-35676?

CVE-2023-35676 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.10% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2023-35676?

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