CVE-2023-40082 Weak cryptography in Android

Critical 9.8 Published Updated

Weak cryptography in Android's fdt.rs allows attackers to bypass KASLR, leading to remote privilege escalation without user interaction.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not needed
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
Available

What is CVE-2023-40082?

CVE-2023-40082 is a critical vulnerability in Google Android, published on 4 Dec 2023. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

In modify_for_next_stage of fdt.rs, there is a possible way to render KASLR ineffective due to improperly used crypto. This could lead to remote escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-40082?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Google Android.

How do I fix CVE-2023-40082?

Apply the vendor's patch.

Is CVE-2023-40082 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2023-40082 in the wild and no public exploit code.

All Google Android vulnerabilities

Sources

Also known as A-290909089, ASB-A-290909089, GHSA-fc33-wf68-wr6h.

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