CVE-2023-35674 Android Framework Privilege Escalation
A logic error in Android's WindowState allows local attackers to launch background activities, resulting in privilege escalation without user interaction.
- Exploited in the wild
- Since 13 Sep 2023
- Login needed
- Any signed-in user
- Attackable
- Local or same network only
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- Available
What is CVE-2023-35674?
CVE-2023-35674 is a high-severity vulnerability in Google Android, published on 11 Sep 2023. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
In onCreate of WindowState.java, there is a possible way to launch a background activity 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.
Weakness: CWE-269
Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-35674?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Google Android.
How do I fix CVE-2023-35674?
Apply the vendor's patch. US federal agencies must fix it by 4 Oct 2023.
Is CVE-2023-35674 being exploited?
Yes. Attackers have exploited CVE-2023-35674 in the wild since at least 13 Sep 2023.
Public exploit code: 2 proofs of concept on GitHub.
Other vulnerabilities in Google Android
Sources
Also known as A-264029851, ASB-A-264029851, GHSA-48cj-hmgx-8f7h.