CVE-2023-48425 Code injection in Android

Critical 9.8 Published Updated

Attackers can achieve persistent code execution in the Android bootloader, compromising device integrity and security.

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

What is CVE-2023-48425?

CVE-2023-48425 is a critical code injection vulnerability in Google Android, published on 11 Dec 2023. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

U-Boot vulnerability resulting in persistent Code Execution

Weakness: CWE-20

Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-48425?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Google Chromecast Firmware.

How do I fix CVE-2023-48425?

Apply the vendor's patch.

Upgrade, and never evaluate templates, expressions or code built from user input. More about Code injection.

Is CVE-2023-48425 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2023-48425 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as A-319132171, ASB-A-319132171, GHSA-244w-g82v-mjgw.

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