CVE-2023-21291: ADP Grant - Enumerating photos of other users by posting a conversation notification with mShortcutIcon

platform/frameworks/base Updated 02 Oct 2025

Summary

01/10/2023

Disclosed on

CVE-2023-21291

CVE

Yes i

Fix available

High

Severity

Not published

CVSS Score

CVE-2023-21291: In visitUris of Notification.java, there is a possible way to reveal image contents from another user due to a missing permission check. Affects platform/frameworks/base across 5 version ranges.

>= 11:0, < 11:2023-10-01 >= 12:0, < 12:2023-10-01 >= 12L:0, < 12L:2023-10-01 >= 13:0, < 13:2023-10-01 >= 14-next:0, < 14-next:2023-10-01

Fixed in 14-next:2023-10-01. How to fix ↓

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Background

The package under scrutiny is platform/frameworks/base in the Android ecosystem. This package is a fundamental part of the Android operating system, providing core functionalities and services. It includes various components and APIs that enable the functioning of the Android framework. The vulnerability affects versions 11, 12, 12L, and 13 of the package.

Vulnerability Detail

The vulnerability in visitUris of Notification.java allows for the potential revelation of image contents from another user. This occurs due to a missing permission check, which can lead to local information disclosure. Exploitation of this vulnerability requires User execution privileges, but user interaction is not necessary. The impact of this vulnerability can be significant, as it allows an attacker to access and view sensitive image data of other users.

How To Fix

Minimum fixed version

14-next:2023-10-01

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Workaround

No workaround has been provided for this vulnerability.

Conclusion

The vulnerability in platform/frameworks/base allows for the unauthorized access and viewing of image contents from other users. It is crucial to apply the provided fix or update to the fixed versions of the package to mitigate this vulnerability. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.

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