CVE-2023-35667
NixOS vulnerability analysis and mitigation

Overview

CVE-2023-35667 is a security vulnerability discovered in Android's NotificationAccessSettings.java component, specifically in the updateList function. The vulnerability was disclosed in September 2023 and affects Android versions 11.0, 12.0, 12.1, and 13.0. This flaw allows potential hiding of approved notification listeners in the settings due to a logic error in the code (NVD).

Technical details

The vulnerability has been assigned a CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.8 (HIGH) with the vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H. The flaw is classified under CWE-269 (Improper Privilege Management). The vulnerability exists in the updateList function of NotificationAccessSettings.java, where a logic error could lead to the hiding of approved notification listeners in the settings (NVD).

Impact

The vulnerability could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. The impact is significant as it affects the security of notification access settings, potentially allowing unauthorized manipulation of notification listeners. No user interaction is required for exploitation (NVD).

Mitigation and workarounds

Google has addressed this vulnerability in the September 2023 security patch. The fix was implemented through a code change in the Android platform, as evidenced by the patch commit. Samsung has also included this fix in their September 2023 security update for affected devices (Cybersecurity News).

Additional resources


SourceThis report was generated using AI

Related NixOS vulnerabilities:

CVE ID

Severity

Score

Technologies

Component name

CISA KEV exploit

Has fix

Published date

CVE-2025-48606HIGH7.8
  • NixOSNixOS
  • android
NoNoDec 08, 2025
CVE-2025-48639HIGH7.3
  • NixOSNixOS
  • android
NoNoDec 08, 2025
CVE-2025-48625HIGH7
  • NixOSNixOS
  • android
NoNoDec 08, 2025
CVE-2025-48608MEDIUM5.5
  • NixOSNixOS
  • android
NoNoDec 08, 2025
CVE-2025-48569MEDIUM5.5
  • NixOSNixOS
  • android
NoNoDec 08, 2025

Free Vulnerability Assessment

Benchmark your Cloud Security Posture

Evaluate your cloud security practices across 9 security domains to benchmark your risk level and identify gaps in your defenses.

Request assessment

Get a personalized demo

Ready to see Wiz in action?

"Best User Experience I have ever seen, provides full visibility to cloud workloads."
David EstlickCISO
"Wiz provides a single pane of glass to see what is going on in our cloud environments."
Adam FletcherChief Security Officer
"We know that if Wiz identifies something as critical, it actually is."
Greg PoniatowskiHead of Threat and Vulnerability Management