CVE-2023-20963
In WorkSource, there is a possible parcel mismatch. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed…
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- CVSS score
- 7.8 High
- CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H- CISA KEV
- Yes — actively exploited (added 2023-04-13, remediation due 2023-05-04)
- Weakness (CWE)
- CWE-295
- Published
- 2023-03-24
- Last modified
- 2026-06-17
- NVD status
- Analyzed
Description
In WorkSource, there is a possible parcel mismatch. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-11 Android-12 Android-12L Android-13Android ID: A-220302519
Affected products
- google android
Affected ranges per NVD CPE data; confirm exact versions in the vendor advisory.
Required action (CISA)
Apply updates per vendor instructions. Federal remediation deadline: 2023-05-04.
How to prioritize this
This vulnerability is on the CISA KEV list, meaning it is being actively exploited — treat it as urgent regardless of the raw CVSS number. Use the live CVE lookup for the latest NVD data, and the CVSS 3.1 calculator to model your own environmental score. For the actively exploited vulnerabilities that matter this week, read The Exploit HQ daily security brief.
References
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2023-03-01
- https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2023-20963
FAQ
Is CVE-2023-20963 actively exploited?
Yes. CISA added CVE-2023-20963 to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog on 2023-04-13, with a federal remediation deadline of 2023-05-04. A KEV listing means real-world exploitation is confirmed, so patching this should be prioritized above many higher-CVSS bugs that aren't being exploited.
What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-20963?
CVE-2023-20963 has a CVSS base score of 7.8 (High). Its vector string is CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H.
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Data source: NVD & CISA KEV. Shown as-is; nothing added. Last generated from NVD data — re-check the live tool for updates.
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