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Vulnerability DatabaseCVE-2023-30690
CVE-2023-30690:
NixOS vulnerability analysis and mitigation
Overview
Improper input validation vulnerability in Duo prior to SMR Oct-2023 Release 1 allows local attackers to launch privileged activities (Samsung Mobile). The vulnerability was assigned CVE-2023-30690 and affects Android versions 11, 12, and 13.
Technical details
The vulnerability is classified as a moderate severity issue with a CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.8 HIGH (CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H). The vulnerability stems from improper input validation that could allow parcel mismatch. It is categorized under CWE-20 (Improper Input Validation) (NVD).
Impact
The vulnerability allows local attackers to launch privileged activities, potentially compromising system security through unauthorized privilege escalation. The CVSS metrics indicate high potential impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the system (NVD).
Mitigation and workarounds
The vulnerability was patched in Samsung's SMR Oct-2023 Release 1. The fix adds proper validation logic to prevent parcel mismatch. Users should update their devices to this security patch level or later to mitigate the vulnerability (Samsung Mobile).
Additional resources
Source: This report was generated using AI
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