CVE-2023-48357
NixOS vulnerability analysis and mitigation

Overview

In vsp driver, there is a possible out of bounds write due to a missing bounds check. This vulnerability, identified as CVE-2023-48357, was discovered in 2024 and affects multiple Android versions (11.0, 12.0, and 13.0) and various Unisoc hardware platforms including S8000, SC7731E, SC9832E, SC9863A, T310, and T606 (NVD).

Technical details

The vulnerability is classified as an out-of-bounds write (CWE-787) in the vsp driver. The issue stems from a missing bounds check in the driver implementation. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 4.4 (MEDIUM) with the following vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H, indicating local access is required with high privileges (NVD).

Impact

This vulnerability could lead to local denial of service with System execution privileges needed. The impact is primarily focused on system availability, with no direct impact on confidentiality or integrity as indicated by the CVSS metrics (NVD).

Exploitability

The vulnerability requires local access and high privileges for exploitation. The attack complexity is low, but the requirement for high privileges and local access somewhat mitigates the risk (NVD).

Mitigation and workarounds

Unisoc has released an advisory addressing this vulnerability. Users should refer to the vendor's security bulletin for specific mitigation instructions and updates (Vendor Advisory).

Additional resources


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