CVE-2023-35682

Name: CVE-2023-35682
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2023-09-11T21:15:42.597+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.10%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2023-35682 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In hasPermissionForActivity of PackageManagerHelper.java, there is a possible way to start arbitrary components due to a confused deputy. 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 hasPermissionForActivity of PackageManagerHelper.java, there is a possible way to start arbitrary components due to a confused deputy. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/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

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	11.0
Google	Android	12.0
Google	Android	12.1
Google	Android	13.0

References

https://android.googlesource.com/platform/packages/apps/Launcher3/+/09f8b0e52e45a0b39bab457534ba2e5ae91ffad0Vendor Advisory
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2023-09-01Vendor Advisory
https://android.googlesource.com/platform/packages/apps/Launcher3/+/09f8b0e52e45a0b39bab457534ba2e5ae91ffad0Vendor 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-2023-35682?

How severe is CVE-2023-35682?

CVE-2023-35682 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-2023-35682?

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