CVE-2020-0041
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CVE-2020-0041 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In binder_transaction of binder.c, there is a possible out of bounds write due to an incorrect bounds check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. CISA has confirmed active exploitation in the wild. EPSS estimates a 3.25% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In binder_transaction of binder.c, there is a possible out of bounds write due to an incorrect bounds check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android kernelAndroid ID: A-145988638References: Upstream kernel
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Exploitation Status
This vulnerability is listed in CISA’s Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. Federal agencies must remediate by .
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | All versions |
References
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2020-03-01Vendor Advisory
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2020-03-01Vendor Advisory
- https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2020-0041Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
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