CVE-2020-0439
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CVE-2020-0439 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In generatePackageInfo of PackageManagerService.java, there is a possible permissions bypass due to an incorrect permission check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege that allows instant apps access to permissions not allowed for instant apps, with no additional execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.21% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In generatePackageInfo of PackageManagerService.java, there is a possible permissions bypass due to an incorrect permission check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege that allows instant apps access to permissions not allowed for instant apps, 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-140256621
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/2020-11-01Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2020-11-01Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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