CVE-2020-0421
Last modified
CVE-2020-0421 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In appendFormatV of String8.cpp, there is a possible out of bounds write due to incorrect error handling. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.26% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In appendFormatV of String8.cpp, there is a possible out of bounds write due to incorrect error handling. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-8.1 Android-9 Android-10 Android-11 Android-8.0Android ID: A-161894517
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | 8.0 | |
| Android | 8.1 | |
| Android | 9.0 | |
| Android | 10.0 | |
| Android | 11.0 |
References
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2020-10-01Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2020-10-01Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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