CVE-2023-21081 — HIGH (7.8)

Vulnerability Description

In multiple functions of PackageInstallerService.java and related files, there is a possible way to bypass background activity launch restrictions due to a logic error in the code. This could lead to local escalation of privilege 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-230492955

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	11.0

References

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2023-04-01PatchVendor Advisory
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2023-04-01PatchVendor Advisory

FAQ

What is CVE-2023-21081?

CVE-2023-21081 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). In multiple functions of PackageInstallerService.java and related files, there is a possible way to bypass background activity launch restrictions due to a logic error in the code. This could lead to ...

How severe is CVE-2023-21081?

CVE-2023-21081 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-2023-21081?

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