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CVE-2023-40109 (GCVE-0-2023-40109)

Vulnerability from cvelistv5 – Published: 2024-02-15 22:31 – Updated: 2024-08-16 15:32
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Summary
In createFromParcel of UsbConfiguration.java, there is a possible background activity launch (BAL) due to a permissions bypass. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation.
SSVC
Exploitation: none Automatable: no Technical Impact: total
CISA Coordinator · CISA-ADP (v2.0.3)
Decision recorded 2024-08-16 15:24 UTC
CWE
  • Elevation of privilege
  • CWE-266 - Incorrect Privilege Assignment
Impacted products
Vendor Product Version CPE status
Google Android Affected: 14
Affected: 13
Affected: 12L
Affected: 12
Affected: 11
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google android Affected: 14
Affected: 13
Affected: 12l
Affected: 12
Affected: 11
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Forecast uses a logistic model when the trend is rising, or an exponential decay model when the trend is falling. Fitted via linearized least squares.

Sightings

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  • Seen: The vulnerability was mentioned, discussed, or observed by the user.
  • Confirmed: The vulnerability has been validated from an analyst's perspective.
  • Published Proof of Concept: A public proof of concept is available for this vulnerability.
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