CVE-2023-40103

Description

In multiple locations, there is a possible way to corrupt memory due to a double free. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

Category

7.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.12%
Vendor Advisory android.com
Affected: Google Android
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://android.googlesource.com/platform/frameworks/base/+/e4a821b10a1b020f18fc6fc316b13b90fa450bae patch mailing list
https://android.googlesource.com/platform/frameworks/base/+/58fa254a5d1aee2206de90d5396c01e177483e3a patch mailing list
https://android.googlesource.com/platform/frameworks/base/+/c3bc12c484ef3bbca4cec19234437c45af5e584d patch mailing list
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2023-12-01 patch vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-40103?
CVE-2023-40103 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-40103?
To fix CVE-2023-40103, 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-2023-40103 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-40103 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-2023-40103?
CVE-2023-40103 affects Google Android.
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