#VU80449 Improper input validation in Google Android


Published: 2023-09-05

Vulnerability identifier: #VU80449

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 5.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-35673

CWE-ID: CWE-20

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Google Android
Operating systems & Components / Operating system

Vendor:

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code.

The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation in Bluetooth. An attacker with physical proximity to device can trick the victim to open a specially crafted file and execute arbitrary code.

Mitigation
Install security update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions


External links
http://android.googlesource.com/platform/packages/modules/Bluetooth/+/8770c07c102c7fdc74626dc717acc8f6dd1c92cc
http://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/2023-09-01


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

No. The attacker should have physical access to the system in order to successfully exploit this vulnerability.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.


Latest bulletins with this vulnerability