CVE-2023-21286

Description

In visitUris of RemoteViews.java, there is a possible way to reveal images across users due to a missing permission check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

7.8

CVSS

Severity: High

CVSS 3.1 •

EPSS 0.02%

Vendor Advisory android.com

Affected: Google Android

References

Link	Tags
https://android.googlesource.com/platform/frameworks/base/+/a65429742caf05205ea7f1c2fdd1119ca652b810	patch
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2023-08-01	patch vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-21286?: CVE-2023-21286 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-21286?: To fix CVE-2023-21286, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2023-21286 being actively exploited in the wild?: As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-21286 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-21286?: CVE-2023-21286 affects Google Android.

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