CVE-2020-0423
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CVE-2020-0423 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In binder_release_work of binder.c, there is a possible use-after-free due to improper locking. This could lead to local escalation of privilege in the kernel with no additional execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.50% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In binder_release_work of binder.c, there is a possible use-after-free due to improper locking. This could lead to local escalation of privilege in the kernel with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android kernelAndroid ID: A-161151868References: N/A
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 | All versions | |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 9.0 |
References
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2020/12/msg00015.htmlMailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2020-10-01Vendor Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2020/12/msg00015.htmlMailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2020-10-01Vendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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