CVE-2020-0438
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CVE-2020-0438 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In the AIBinder_Class constructor of ibinder.cpp, there is a possible arbitrary code execution due to uninitialized data. This could lead to local escalation of privilege if a process were using libbinder_ndk in a vulnerable way with no additional execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.16% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In the AIBinder_Class constructor of ibinder.cpp, there is a possible arbitrary code execution due to uninitialized data. This could lead to local escalation of privilege if a process were using libbinder_ndk in a vulnerable way with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-11 Android-10Android ID: A-161812320
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 | 10.0 | |
| Android | 11.0 |
References
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2020-11-01Vendor Advisory
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2020-11-01Vendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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