CVE-2023-49794

Medium

Description

KernelSU is a Kernel-based root solution for Android devices. In versions 0.7.1 and prior, the logic of get apk path in KernelSU kernel module can be bypassed, which causes any malicious apk named `me.weishu.kernelsu` get root permission. If a KernelSU module installed device try to install any not checked apk which package name equal to the official KernelSU Manager, it can take over root privileges on the device. As of time of publication, a patched version is not available.

SeverityMedium
CVSS6.7
Exploit probability—
ProductKernelsu
PublishedJan 2, 2024
First seenJan 2, 2024
Weakness typeCWE-290CWE-290

How to fix

Sources list no fixed version or patch link for this vulnerability.

Affected products

ProductAffected versionsFixed in
kernelsu kernelsuv ≤ 0.7.1—

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CVE-2023-49794 · Kernelsu · Dark Radar