CVE-2023-41816
📋 TL;DR
This vulnerability in Motorola Services Main application allows a local attacker to write to a local database due to improper export controls. It affects Android devices with the Motorola Services Main app installed. The attacker must have physical access or local app execution privileges.
💻 Affected Systems
- Motorola Services Main application
⚠️ Manual Verification Required
This CVE does not have specific version information in our database, so automatic vulnerability detection cannot determine if your system is affected.
Why? The CVE database entry doesn't specify which versions are vulnerable (no version ranges provided by the vendor/NVD).
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- Review the CVE details at NVD
- Check vendor security advisories for your specific version
- Test if the vulnerability is exploitable in your environment
- Consider updating to the latest version as a precaution
⚠️ Risk & Real-World Impact
Worst Case
An attacker could modify local database entries to corrupt app data, manipulate settings, or potentially escalate privileges if combined with other vulnerabilities.
Likely Case
Local data manipulation leading to app instability, configuration changes, or unauthorized data access within the app's scope.
If Mitigated
Minimal impact with proper app sandboxing and no other vulnerabilities present.
🎯 Exploit Status
Requires local access; exploitation likely involves standard Android debugging or app interaction techniques.
🛠️ Fix & Mitigation
✅ Official Fix
Patch Version: Update through Google Play Store to latest version (specific version not specified in advisory).
Vendor Advisory: https://en-us.support.motorola.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/178874
Restart Required: No
Instructions:
1. Open Google Play Store on affected device. 2. Search for 'Motorola Services Main'. 3. If update available, tap 'Update'. 4. Ensure app is updated to latest version.
🔧 Temporary Workarounds
Disable or restrict app permissions
androidReduce attack surface by limiting app permissions through Android settings.
Enable Android verified boot
androidEnsure device integrity with verified boot to detect unauthorized modifications.
🧯 If You Can't Patch
- Restrict physical access to devices and implement device management policies.
- Monitor for unusual app behavior or database modifications using Android logging.
🔍 How to Verify
Check if Vulnerable:
Check app version in Settings > Apps > Motorola Services Main; if not latest, may be vulnerable.Check Version:
adb shell dumpsys package com.motorola.ccc | grep versionNameVerify Fix Applied:
Confirm app version matches latest in Google Play Store after update.📡 Detection & Monitoring
Log Indicators:
- Unusual database write operations in app logs
- Unexpected app crashes or permission errors
Network Indicators:
- None - local vulnerability
SIEM Query:
source="android_logs" app="Motorola Services Main" event="database_write" | stats count by user