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Vulnerability DatabaseCVE-2023-40647
CVE-2023-40647:
NixOS vulnerability analysis and mitigation
Overview
In Messaging on Google Android devices running Android 11.0 and 12.0 with UNISOC SC9863A chipset, there is a possible missing permission check vulnerability identified as CVE-2023-40647. The vulnerability was discovered and disclosed in October 2023 (NVD).
Technical details
The vulnerability 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. The vulnerability stems from a missing permission check in the Messaging component, which could potentially lead to unauthorized access to sensitive information. The technical assessment indicates that local access is required for exploitation, with low attack complexity and privilege requirements (NVD).
Impact
This vulnerability could lead to local information disclosure with no additional execution privileges needed. The impact is primarily focused on confidentiality, with the potential for unauthorized access to sensitive messaging-related information (NVD).
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Source: This report was generated using AI
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