CVE-2020-0041: Android Kernel Out-of-Bounds Write Vulnerability

Published Mar 2, 2020

Updated

In bindertransaction of binder.c, there is a possible out of bounds write due to an incorrect bounds check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android kernelAndroid ID: A-145988638References: Upstream kernel

Other sources

Android Kernel bindertransaction of binder.c contains an out-of-bounds write vulnerability due to an incorrect bounds check that could allow for local privilege escalation. This vulnerability was observed chained with CVE-2019-2215 and CVE-2020-0069 under exploit chain "AbstractEmu."

— CISA

Affected Software

3 affected components

Android Android Kernel

Google Android

Event History

Mar 2, 2020

CVE Published

via Android·12:00 AM

Mar 10, 2020

CVE Published

via MITRE·07:56 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·07:56 PM

DescriptionWeakness

Data Sourced

via NVD·08:15 PM

DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Nov 3, 2021

Known Exploited

via CISA·12:00 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2020-0041?

CVE-2020-0041 is an Android Kernel Out-of-Bounds Write Vulnerability.

What is the severity of CVE-2020-0041?

The severity of CVE-2020-0041 is high with a CVSS score of 7.8.

How does CVE-2020-0041 affect Android?

CVE-2020-0041 affects Android Kernel versions and can lead to local escalation of privilege.

Is user interaction required for exploitation of CVE-2020-0041?

No, user interaction is not needed for exploitation of CVE-2020-0041.

How can I fix CVE-2020-0041?

To fix CVE-2020-0041, update to the latest version of Android Kernel or apply the recommended security patches.