CVE-2023-43955

The com.phlox.tvwebbrowser TV Bro application through 2.0.0 for Android mishandles external intents through WebView

published December 27, 2023

CVSS
—
EPSS
1%
Percentile
69.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚡ A sneaky flaw in the TV Bro app could let attackers pull off arbitrary code execution through external intents! 📺✨ Think of it as a TV remote that not only changes channels but also lets a stranger access your entire media library without your permission. Just like a misconfigured control system, this vulnerability opens the door for unwanted actions! An attacker could potentially unleash chaos—executing any code they want, creating files, and downloading data without consent. This could lead to serious privacy violations and system compromises, making it a risky scenario for anyone using the app.

Put simply

Think of it as a TV remote that not only changes channels but also lets a stranger access your entire media library without your permission. Just like a misconfigured control system, this vulnerability opens the door for unwanted actions! This vulnerability arises from how the TV Bro application handles external intents through WebView, allowing malicious JavaScript to exploit the takeBlobDownloadData function to execute arbitrary actions.

What to do

An attacker could potentially unleash chaos—executing any code they want, creating files, and downloading data without consent. This could lead to serious privacy violations and system compromises, making it a risky scenario for anyone using the app. To protect against this vulnerability, ensure the app is updated to the latest version as soon as a patch is released. Additionally, monitor permissions and user input to limit the impact of any malicious intents that may be attempted. You've got this! Stay vigilant and keep your apps updated for a safer experience. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01262 · 69.4th percentile
Published
2023-12-27T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 27 DEC 00:00Z
    The com.phlox.tvwebbrowser TV Bro application through 2.0.0 for Android mishandles external intents through WebView
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