CVE-2023-40073

Description

In visitUris of Notification.java, there is a possible cross-user media read due to Confused Deputy. This could lead to local information disclosure with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

5.5

CVSS

Severity: Medium

CVSS 3.1 •

EPSS 0.05%

Vendor Advisory android.com

Affected: Google Android

References

Link	Tags
https://android.googlesource.com/platform/frameworks/base/+/fe6fef4f9c1f75c12bffa4a1d16d9990cc3fbc35	patch mailing list
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2023-12-01	patch vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-40073?: CVE-2023-40073 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-40073?: To fix CVE-2023-40073, 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-2023-40073 being actively exploited in the wild?: As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-40073 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-2023-40073?: CVE-2023-40073 affects Google Android.

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