CVE-2023-40093
NixOS vulnerability analysis and mitigation

Overview

CVE-2023-40093 is a vulnerability discovered in Google Android OS affecting multiple files where trimmed content could potentially be included in PDF output due to a logic error in the code. The vulnerability affects Android versions 11.0 through 14.0 and was disclosed in the February 2024 Android Security Bulletin (Android Bulletin).

Technical details

The vulnerability is characterized by a logic error that could lead to information disclosure through PDF output. It has been assigned a CVSS v3.1 base score of 5.5 (Medium) with the vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N, indicating local access is required, low attack complexity, low privileges required, no user interaction needed, and potential for high confidentiality impact (NVD).

Impact

The vulnerability could lead to local information disclosure without requiring additional execution privileges or user interaction. This means an attacker with local access could potentially access sensitive information through manipulated PDF output (CIS Advisory).

Mitigation and workarounds

Google has released patches for this vulnerability in the February 2024 Android Security Bulletin. Users should apply the appropriate security updates to affected Android devices running versions 11.0 through 14.0 (Android Bulletin).

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