CVE-2023-40122: Open Source Vulnerability in platform/frameworks/base - Enumerating other users' contact photos via CustomDescription templateUpdates shown in AutoFillService's SaveUi

platform/frameworks/base Updated 02 Oct 2025

Summary

01/02/2025

Disclosed on

CVE-2023-40122

CVE

Yes i

Fix available

High

Severity

Not published

CVSS Score

CVE-2023-40122: In applyCustomDescription of SaveUi.java, there is a possible way to view another user's image content. Affects platform/frameworks/base across 6 version ranges.

>= 12:0, < 12:2025-02-01 >= 12L:0, < 12L:2025-02-01 >= 13:0, < 13:2025-02-01 >= 14:0, < 14:2025-02-01 >= 15:0, < 15:2025-02-01 >= 15-next:0, < 15-next:2025-02-01

Fixed in 15-next:2025-02-01. How to fix ↓

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Background

The package under scrutiny is platform/frameworks/base, which is a part of the Android ecosystem. This package provides the fundamental functionality and framework for the Android operating system. It includes various components and services that enable the functioning of Android devices. One of the components is AutoFillService, which is responsible for automatically filling in user data in forms and fields. The SaveUi module within AutoFillService handles the user interface for saving user data. This vulnerability affects versions 11 and above of the Android operating system.

Vulnerability Detail

The vulnerability in the SaveUi module of AutoFillService allows for the enumeration of other users' contact photos through a confused deputy scenario. By exploiting this vulnerability, an attacker can view contact photos of other users without requiring any additional execution privileges or user interaction. This can lead to local information disclosure, potentially compromising user privacy.

How To Fix

Minimum fixed version

15-next:2025-02-01

This is the first release that contains the fix.

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Workaround

There is no known workaround for this vulnerability at the moment. It is recommended to apply the official fix provided by the Android operating system.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the platform/frameworks/base package in the Android operating system is vulnerable to an issue that allows for the enumeration of other users' contact photos. This can lead to local information disclosure and compromise user privacy. It is crucial to update to the latest version of the Android operating system to ensure the vulnerability is patched. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.

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