CVE-2023-48418

Description

In checkDebuggingDisallowed of DeviceVersionFragment.java, there is a possible way to access adb before SUW completion due to an insecure default value. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation

CVSS v3.1 Score

10.0

CRITICAL

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-269 CWE-269

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
google	pixel_watch_firmware	All
google	pixel_watch	All

References

Advisories & Patches

https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/pixel-watch/2023/2023-12-01 https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/pixel-watch/2023/2023-12-01

Other References

http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/176446/Android-DeviceVersionFragment.java-Privilege-Escalation.html http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/176446/Android-DeviceVersionFragment.java-Privilege-Escalation.html

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-48418? +

In checkDebuggingDisallowed of DeviceVersionFragment.java, there is a possible way to access adb before SUW completion due to an insecure default value. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 10.0 (CRITICAL).

How severe is CVE-2023-48418? +

CVE-2023-48418 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 10.0 out of 10, rated CRITICAL. This is a critical vulnerability that should be patched immediately.

What products are affected by CVE-2023-48418? +

CVE-2023-48418 affects products from google, specifically: pixel_watch, pixel_watch_firmware. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2023-48418? +

You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.

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