CVE-2023-21189 — HIGH (7.3)

Vulnerability Description

In startLockTaskMode of LockTaskController.java, there is a possible bypass of lock task mode 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 needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-13Android ID: A-213942596

CVSS Score

7.3

HIGH

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

Attack Vector

LOCAL

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

LOW

User Interaction

REQUIRED

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	13.0

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-667

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-2023-21189?

CVE-2023-21189 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.3 (HIGH). In startLockTaskMode of LockTaskController.java, there is a possible bypass of lock task mode due to a logic error in the code. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional exec...

How severe is CVE-2023-21189?

CVE-2023-21189 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2023-21189?

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