# CVE-2023-40083: In parse\_gap\_data of utils.cc, there is a possible out of bounds read due to a missing bounds check.

- Severity: no CVSS score reported
- Known exploited (CISA KEV): no
- Published: 2023-12-04 · Updated: 2024-08-02

## Affected

- Google Android: 14, 13, 12L, 12

## Description

In parse_gap_data of utils.cc, there is a possible out of bounds read due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to local information disclosure with User execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

## What to do

- Check your stack: if you ship or depend on Google Android, no fixed version is listed yet; follow the vendor advisory per the references below.
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## References

- https://android.googlesource.com/platform/packages/modules/Bluetooth/+/a218e5be5e4049eae3b321f2a535a128d65d00b6
- https://android.googlesource.com/platform/packages/modules/Bluetooth/+/ea81185c89097500559d61b3d49fb9633899e848
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2023-12-01

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