CVE-2022-20545

Name: CVE-2022-20545
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2022-12-16T16:15:18.5+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 0.60%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2022-20545 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. In bindArtworkAndColors of MediaControlPanel.java, there is a possible way to crash the phone due to improper input validation. This could lead to remote denial of service with no additional execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.60% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In bindArtworkAndColors of MediaControlPanel.java, there is a possible way to crash the phone due to improper input validation. This could lead to remote denial of service with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-13Android ID: A-239368697

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.5/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H

EPSS Probability

0.60%

44.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	13.0

References

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2022-12-01Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2022-12-01Patch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Dec 16, 2022
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2022-20545?

How severe is CVE-2022-20545?

CVE-2022-20545 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.60% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2022-20545?

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