CVE-2023-21087 — MEDIUM (5.5)

Vulnerability Description

In PreferencesHelper.java, an uncaught exception may cause the device to get stuck in a boot loop. This could lead to local persistent denial of service 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-261723753

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	11.0

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-248

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-2023-21087?

CVE-2023-21087 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). In PreferencesHelper.java, an uncaught exception may cause the device to get stuck in a boot loop. This could lead to local persistent denial of service with no additional execution privileges needed....

How severe is CVE-2023-21087?

CVE-2023-21087 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-2023-21087?

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