CVE-2022-20005

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.21%

Last modified

CVE-2022-20005 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In validateApkInstallLocked of PackageInstallerSession.java, there is a way to force a mismatch between running code and a parsed APK . This could lead to local escalation of privilege with User execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.21% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In validateApkInstallLocked of PackageInstallerSession.java, there is a way to force a mismatch between running code and a parsed APK . This could lead to local escalation of privilege with User execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-10 Android-11 Android-12 Android-12LAndroid ID: A-219044664

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
0.21%

11.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
GoogleAndroid10.0
GoogleAndroid11.0
GoogleAndroid12.0
GoogleAndroid12.1

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2022-20005?
In validateApkInstallLocked of PackageInstallerSession.java, there is a way to force a mismatch between running code and a parsed APK . This could lead to local escalation of privilege with User execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-10 Android-11 Android-12 Android-12LAndroid ID: A-219044664
How severe is CVE-2022-20005?
CVE-2022-20005 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.21% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-20005?
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