CVE-2023-20943 — HIGH (7.8)

Vulnerability Description

In clearApplicationUserData of ActivityManagerService.java, there is a possible way to remove system files due to a path traversal error. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with User execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-10 Android-11 Android-12 Android-12L Android-13Android ID: A-240267890

CVSS Score

7.8

HIGH

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

Attack Vector

LOCAL

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

LOW

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	10.0

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-22

References

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2023-02-01PatchVendor Advisory
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2023-02-01PatchVendor Advisory

FAQ

What is CVE-2023-20943?

CVE-2023-20943 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). In clearApplicationUserData of ActivityManagerService.java, there is a possible way to remove system files due to a path traversal error. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with User exe...

How severe is CVE-2023-20943?

CVE-2023-20943 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2023-20943?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Android.