Android OS PiP ActivityStarter Bypass Enables Local Priv Escalation
CVE-2023-21269 Published on August 14, 2023
In startActivityInner of ActivityStarter.java, there is a possible way to launch an activity into PiP mode from the background due to BAL bypass. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.
Weakness Type
Incorrect Privilege Assignment
A product incorrectly assigns a privilege to a particular actor, creating an unintended sphere of control for that actor.
Products Associated with CVE-2023-21269
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Affected Versions
Google Android Version 13 is affected by CVE-2023-21269Exploit Probability
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