CVE-2020-0202

Name: CVE-2020-0202
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2020-06-11T15:15:17.207+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.40%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2020-0202 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In onHandleIntent of TraceService.java, there is a possible bypass of developer settings requirements for capturing system traces due to a missing permission check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In onHandleIntent of TraceService.java, there is a possible bypass of developer settings requirements for capturing system traces due to a missing permission check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation. Product: Android Versions: Android-11 Android ID: A-142936525

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

0.40%

31.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-862

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	11.0

References

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2020-12-01Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2020-12-01Patch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jun 11, 2020
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2020-0202?

How severe is CVE-2020-0202?

CVE-2020-0202 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.40% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2020-0202?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST