CVE-2023-45773
NixOS vulnerability analysis and mitigation

Overview

In multiple functions of btm_ble_gap.cc, there is a possible out of bounds write vulnerability due to a missing bounds check. The vulnerability (CVE-2023-45773) was discovered in Android's Bluetooth module and disclosed in December 2023. This vulnerability affects Android versions 13.0 and 14.0 (NVD).

Technical details

The vulnerability exists in the btm_ble_gap.cc file of Android's Bluetooth module, specifically affecting multiple functions. The issue stems from missing bounds checks that can lead to out-of-bounds write operations. 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 vulnerability is classified as CWE-787 (Out-of-bounds Write) (NVD).

Impact

If exploited, this vulnerability could lead to local escalation of privilege. The successful exploitation requires User execution privileges, but no user interaction is needed. The high CVSS score indicates that the vulnerability could potentially result in complete compromise of system confidentiality, integrity, and availability within the scope of the affected component (NVD).

Mitigation and workarounds

Google has addressed this vulnerability with a patch that was committed to the Android platform. The fix involves correcting the bounds checking implementation in the affected functions of btm_ble_gap.cc (Android Patch).

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