CVE-2023-40116

Description

In onTaskAppeared of PipTaskOrganizer.java, there is a possible way to bypass background activity launch restrictions 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.

7.8

CVSS

Severity: High

CVSS 3.1 •

EPSS 0.00%

Vendor Advisory android.com

Affected: Google Android

References

Link	Tags
https://android.googlesource.com/platform/frameworks/base/+/18c3b194642f3949d09e48c21da5658fa04994c8	permissions required
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2023-10-01	patch vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-40116?: CVE-2023-40116 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-40116?: To fix CVE-2023-40116, 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-2023-40116 being actively exploited in the wild?: As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-40116 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-2023-40116?: CVE-2023-40116 affects Google Android.

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