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CVE-2023-21189

In startLockTaskMode of LockTaskController.java, there is a possible bypass of lock task mode due to a logic error in the code. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-13Android ID: A-213942596

  • Published: Jun 28, 2023
  • Updated: Nov 16, 2025
  • CVE: CVE-2023-21189
  • Severity: High
  • Exploit:

CVSS v3:

  • Severity: High
  • Score: 7.3
  • AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

CWEs:

Software From Fixed in
google / android 13.0 13.0.x