CVE-2023-21178 — MEDIUM (4.1)

Vulnerability Description

In installKey of KeyUtil.cpp, there is a possible failure of file encryption due to a race condition. This could lead to local information disclosure with System execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-13Android ID: A-140762419

CVSS Score

4.1

MEDIUM

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

Attack Vector

LOCAL

Attack Complexity

HIGH

Privileges Required

HIGH

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

NONE

Availability

NONE

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	13.0

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-362

References

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2023-06-01Vendor Advisory
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2023-06-01Vendor Advisory

FAQ

What is CVE-2023-21178?

CVE-2023-21178 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.1 (MEDIUM). In installKey of KeyUtil.cpp, there is a possible failure of file encryption due to a race condition. This could lead to local information disclosure with System execution privileges needed. User inte...

How severe is CVE-2023-21178?

CVE-2023-21178 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2023-21178?

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