CVE-2023-29728 Missing authorization in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published 30 May 2023 Updated 13 Jan 2025

Attackers can tamper with feature data in the Call Blocker Android app to achieve severe privilege escalation.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2023-29728?

CVE-2023-29728 is a critical missing authorization vulnerability in n/a, published on 30 May 2023. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

The Call Blocker application 6.6.3 for Android allows attackers to tamper with feature-related data, resulting in a severe elevation of privilege attack.

Weakness: CWE-346

Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-29728?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Applika Call Blocker.

How do I fix CVE-2023-29728?

No fix has been published for CVE-2023-29728 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade, and check permissions on every request on the server, not only in the interface. More about Missing authorization.

Is CVE-2023-29728 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2023-29728 exists.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-9rq5-vq35-pvj5.