CVE-2023-21066

Summary

CVE-2023-21066 is a critical vulnerability affecting the Android kernel. In the cd_CodeMsg function of cd_codec.c, there is a heap buffer overflow that can lead to an out-of-bounds write. This issue could potentially enable remote code execution without requiring additional execution privileges. Notably, user interaction is not necessary for exploitation. Android users are advised to apply relevant patches or updates as soon as possible to mitigate this risk.

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