CVE-2023-36621 Security feature bypass in n/a

Critical 9.1 Published Updated

A child can bypass parental controls and uninstall the app by using Android Safe Mode, undermining the security features of the Boomerang Parental Control application.

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-2023-36621?

CVE-2023-36621 is a critical vulnerability in n/a, published on 3 Nov 2023. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

An issue was discovered in the Boomerang Parental Control application through 13.83 for Android. The child can use Safe Mode to remove all restrictions temporarily or uninstall the application without the parents noticing.

Weakness: CWE-862

Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-36621?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Nationaledtech Boomerang.

How do I fix CVE-2023-36621?

No fix has been published for CVE-2023-36621 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2023-36621 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2023-36621 exists.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-g884-2qr9-vj7f.

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