CVE-2023-40631
NixOS vulnerability analysis and mitigation

Overview

In Dialer, there is a possible missing permission check that could lead to local information disclosure with System execution privileges needed. This vulnerability, identified as CVE-2023-40631, affects various Android versions (10.0, 11.0, 12.0) and multiple UNISOC hardware platforms including S8000, SC7731E, SC9832E, SC9863A, T310, and T606 (NVD).

Technical details

The vulnerability has been assigned a CVSS v3.1 base score of 4.4 (MEDIUM) with the vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-862 (Missing Authorization) and requires high privileges for exploitation, with local access being necessary. No user interaction is required for exploitation (NVD).

Impact

The vulnerability could result in local information disclosure if successfully exploited. The impact is primarily focused on confidentiality, with high impact potential in this area, while there are no direct impacts on integrity or availability (NVD).

Mitigation and workarounds

The vulnerability has been addressed through vendor notifications and updates. Users should ensure their devices are updated to the latest available security patches from their device manufacturers (NVD, Unisoc Advisory).

Additional resources


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