CVE-2020-0391

Name: CVE-2020-0391
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2020-09-17T16:15:13.49+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.43%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2020-0391 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In applyPolicy of PackageManagerService.java, there is possible arbitrary command execution as System due to an unenforced protected-broadcast. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.43% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In applyPolicy of PackageManagerService.java, there is possible arbitrary command execution as System due to an unenforced protected-broadcast. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-9 Android-10 Android-11Android ID: A-158570769

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

0.43%

34.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	9.0
Google	Android	10.0

References

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2020-09-01Vendor Advisory
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2020-09-01Vendor Advisory

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2020-0391?

How severe is CVE-2020-0391?

CVE-2020-0391 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.43% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2020-0391?

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