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CVE-2023-35674

Android Framework Privilege Escalation

7.8 HIGHActively exploited (CISA KEV)EPSS 2.61%
  1. Published11 Sept 2023
  2. Added to CISA KEV13 Sept 2023
  3. Remediation due4 Oct 2023
Actively exploited (CISA KEV)

Android Framework contains an unspecified vulnerability that allows for privilege escalation.

Added to KEV: 13 Sept 2023Federal remediation due: 4 Oct 2023

Description

In onCreate of WindowState.java, there is a possible way to launch a background activity 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.

CVSS 3.1 breakdown

Attack vectorLocal
Attack complexityLow
Privileges requiredLow
User interactionNone
ScopeUnchanged
ConfidentialityHigh
IntegrityHigh
AvailabilityHigh
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Affected products

Google Android11.0 · 12.0 · 12.1 · 13.0

Remediation

No fixed version is recorded in the NVD data. Check the vendor advisory for the latest guidance.

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Frequently asked

Is CVE-2023-35674 being actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2023-35674 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, added 13 Sept 2023.

How severe is CVE-2023-35674?

CVE-2023-35674 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.8, rated high. EPSS estimates a 2.61% probability of exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2023-35674?

Affected products include Google Android.

How do I fix CVE-2023-35674?

Apply the vendor's patch or advisory guidance, then verify no affected versions remain across your devices.

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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.