CVE-2022-20436
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.15%
Last modified
CVE-2022-20436 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. There is an unauthorized service in the system service. Since the component does not have permission check, resulting in Local Elevation of privilege.Product: AndroidVersions: Android SoCAndroid ID: A-242248369. EPSS estimates a 0.15% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
There is an unauthorized service in the system service. Since the component does not have permission check, resulting in Local Elevation of privilege.Product: AndroidVersions: Android SoCAndroid ID: A-242248369
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 |
References
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2022-10-01Vendor Advisory
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2022-10-01Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-20436?
There is an unauthorized service in the system service. Since the component does not have permission check, resulting in Local Elevation of privilege.Product: AndroidVersions: Android SoCAndroid ID: A-242248369
How severe is CVE-2022-20436?
CVE-2022-20436 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.15% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-20436?
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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