CVE-2023-20963 Android Framework Privilege Escalation
A parcel mismatch in Android WorkSource allows local attackers to escalate privileges without user interaction or additional execution rights.
- Exploited in the wild
- Since 13 Apr 2023
- Login needed
- Any signed-in user
- Attackable
- Local or same network only
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- Available
What is CVE-2023-20963?
CVE-2023-20963 is a high-severity vulnerability in Google Android, published on 24 Mar 2023. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
In WorkSource, there is a possible parcel mismatch. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-11 Android-12 Android-12L Android-13Android ID: A-220302519
Weakness: CWE-295
Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-20963?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Google Android.
How do I fix CVE-2023-20963?
Apply the vendor's patch. US federal agencies must fix it by 4 May 2023.
Is CVE-2023-20963 being exploited?
Yes. Attackers have exploited CVE-2023-20963 in the wild since at least 13 Apr 2023.
Public exploit code: 2 proofs of concept on GitHub.
Other vulnerabilities in Google Android
Sources
Also known as A-220302519, ASB-A-220302519, GHSA-xm9f-fph8-8369.