CVE-2023-20996 — MEDIUM (5.5)

Vulnerability Description

In multiple locations, there is a possible way to trigger a persistent reboot loop due to improper input validation. This could lead to local denial of service with User execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-13Android ID: A-246749764

CVSS Score

5.5

MEDIUM

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

Attack Vector

LOCAL

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

LOW

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

NONE

Integrity

NONE

Availability

HIGH

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	13.0

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-835

References

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2023-03-01PatchVendor Advisory
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2023-03-01PatchVendor Advisory

FAQ

What is CVE-2023-20996?

CVE-2023-20996 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). In multiple locations, there is a possible way to trigger a persistent reboot loop due to improper input validation. This could lead to local denial of service with User execution privileges needed. U...

How severe is CVE-2023-20996?

CVE-2023-20996 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2023-20996?

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