CVE-2020-0423: Use After Free

Published Oct 5, 2020
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Updated

In binderreleasework of binder.c, there is a possible use-after-free due to improper locking. This could lead to local escalation of privilege in the kernel with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android kernelAndroid ID: A-161151868References: N/A

Affected Software

4 affected componentsFixes available
Google Android
Google Android
Debian Linux=9.0
debian/linux
5.10.223-15.10.234-16.1.129-16.1.135-16.12.25-16.12.27-1

Event History

Oct 5, 2020
CVE Published
via Android·12:00 AM
Oct 14, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:07 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:07 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Jan 11, 2024
Data Sourced
via Launchpad·11:34 PM
Description
Apr 28, 2025
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·04:15 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-0423?

CVE-2020-0423 is considered a high severity vulnerability that allows for local escalation of privilege due to a use-after-free error.

2

How do I fix CVE-2020-0423?

To fix CVE-2020-0423, update your affected Android or Debian kernel to the recommended versions such as 5.10.223-1 or later.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2020-0423?

CVE-2020-0423 affects Google Android and Debian Linux version 9.0 and earlier.

4

Can CVE-2020-0423 be exploited without user interaction?

Yes, CVE-2020-0423 can be exploited without any user interaction required.

5

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-0423?

CVE-2020-0423 is a use-after-free vulnerability found in the binder_release_work function of the Android kernel.

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