CVE-2022-20596 — MEDIUM (6.7)

Vulnerability Description

In sendChunk of WirelessCharger.cpp, there is a possible out of bounds write due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with System execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android kernelAndroid ID: A-239700400References: N/A

CVSS Score

6.7

MEDIUM

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

Attack Vector

LOCAL

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

HIGH

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	-

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-787

References

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

FAQ

What is CVE-2022-20596?

CVE-2022-20596 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.7 (MEDIUM). In sendChunk of WirelessCharger.cpp, there is a possible out of bounds write due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with System execution privileges needed. Us...

How severe is CVE-2022-20596?

CVE-2022-20596 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.7/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2022-20596?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Android.