CVE-2023-21442

CVE-2023-21442 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Samsung Android with a CVSS 3.x base score of 4.0. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-284.

Key facts

Description

Improper access control vulnerability in Runestone application prior to version 2.9.09.003 in Android R(11) and 3.2.01.007 in Android S(12) allows local attackers to get device location information.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-21442?
Improper access control vulnerability in Runestone application prior to version 2.9.09.003 in Android R(11) and 3.2.01.007 in Android S(12) allows local attackers to get device location information.
How severe is CVE-2023-21442?
CVE-2023-21442 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 4.0, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2023-21442 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (5th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2023-21442?
CVE-2023-21442 primarily affects Samsung Android. In total, 63 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2023-21442?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2023-21442 published?
CVE-2023-21442 was published on 2023-02-09 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (63)

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