CVE-2020-0203

Name: CVE-2020-0203
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2020-06-11T15:15:17.27+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.25%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2020-0203 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In freeIsolatedUidLocked of ProcessList.java, there is a possible UID reuse due to improper cleanup. This could lead to local escalation of privilege between constrained processes with no additional execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.25% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In freeIsolatedUidLocked of ProcessList.java, there is a possible UID reuse due to improper cleanup. This could lead to local escalation of privilege between constrained processes with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-10Android ID: A-146313311

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.8/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.25%

15.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-404

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	10.0

References

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2020-06-01Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2020-06-01Patch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2020-0203?

How severe is CVE-2020-0203?

CVE-2020-0203 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.25% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2020-0203?

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