CVE-2020-0253
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 0.65%
Last modified
CVE-2020-0253 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. There is a possible memory corruption due to a use after free.Product: AndroidVersions: Android SoCAndroid ID: A-152647365. EPSS estimates a 0.65% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
There is a possible memory corruption due to a use after free.Product: AndroidVersions: Android SoCAndroid ID: A-152647365
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | All versions |
References
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2020-08-01Vendor Advisory
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2020-08-01Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-0253?
There is a possible memory corruption due to a use after free.Product: AndroidVersions: Android SoCAndroid ID: A-152647365
How severe is CVE-2020-0253?
CVE-2020-0253 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.65% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-0253?
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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