CVE-2023-40082

Google Android vulnerability

9.8 CRITICALEPSS 0.64%

Published4 Dec 2023

Description

In modify_for_next_stage of fdt.rs, there is a possible way to render KASLR ineffective due to improperly used crypto. This could lead to remote escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

CVSS 3.1 breakdown

Attack vectorNetwork

Attack complexityLow

Privileges requiredNone

User interactionNone

ScopeUnchanged

ConfidentialityHigh

IntegrityHigh

AvailabilityHigh

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

Affected products

Google Android14.0

Remediation

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

Frequently asked

Is CVE-2023-40082 being actively exploited?

CVE-2023-40082 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit probability is 0.64%.

How severe is CVE-2023-40082?

CVE-2023-40082 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8, rated critical. EPSS estimates a 0.64% probability of exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2023-40082?

Affected products include Google Android.

How do I fix CVE-2023-40082?

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.