Vulnerability Description
In resetSettingsLocked of SettingsProvider.java, there is a possible lockscreen bypass due to a permissions bypass. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | 11.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://android.googlesource.com/platform/frameworks/base/+/ff86ff28cf82124f8e65Patch
- https://android.googlesource.com/platform/packages/apps/Settings/+/11815817de2f2Patch
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2023-10-01PatchVendor Advisory
- https://android.googlesource.com/platform/frameworks/base/+/ff86ff28cf82124f8e65Patch
- https://android.googlesource.com/platform/packages/apps/Settings/+/11815817de2f2Patch
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2023-10-01PatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2023-40117?
CVE-2023-40117 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). In resetSettingsLocked of SettingsProvider.java, there is a possible lockscreen bypass due to a permissions bypass. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privil...
How severe is CVE-2023-40117?
CVE-2023-40117 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-2023-40117?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Android.