What is CVE-2020-8913?

CVE-2020-8913 is a local arbitrary code execution vulnerability in the SplitCompat.install endpoint in Android's Play Core Library versions prior to 1.7.2.

What is the severity of CVE-2020-8913?

The severity of CVE-2020-8913 is high, with a CVSS score of 8.8.

How does CVE-2020-8913 work?

CVE-2020-8913 allows a malicious attacker to create an apk that targets a specific application on Android, and when the victim installs this apk, the attacker can execute arbitrary code on the victim's device.

How can I fix CVE-2020-8913?

To fix CVE-2020-8913, Android users should update the Play Core Library on their devices to version 1.7.2 or higher.

Are there any references for CVE-2020-8913?

Yes, you can find more information about CVE-2020-8913 in the following references: [Reference 1](https://blog.oversecured.com/Oversecured-automatically-discovers-persistent-code-execution-in-the-Google-Play-Core-Library/) and [Reference 2](https://developer.android.com/reference/com/google/android/play/core/release-notes#1-7-2).

Vulnerability/
CVE-2020-8913

high

8.8

CWE

22 281

12/8/2020

4/8/2024

CVE-2020-8913: Local arbitrary code execution in splitinstall in Android's Play Core

First published: Wed Aug 12 2020(Updated: )

A local, arbitrary code execution vulnerability exists in the SplitCompat.install endpoint in Android's Play Core Library versions prior to 1.7.2. A malicious attacker could create an apk which targets a specific application, and if a victim were to install this apk, the attacker could perform a directory traversal, execute code as the targeted application and access the targeted application's data on the Android device. We recommend all users update Play Core to version 1.7.2 or later.

Credit: cve-coordination@google.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Android Play Core Library	<1.7.2

Never miss a vulnerability like this again

Reference Links

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2020-8913?
CVE-2020-8913 is a local arbitrary code execution vulnerability in the SplitCompat.install endpoint in Android's Play Core Library versions prior to 1.7.2.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-8913?
The severity of CVE-2020-8913 is high, with a CVSS score of 8.8.
How does CVE-2020-8913 work?
CVE-2020-8913 allows a malicious attacker to create an apk that targets a specific application on Android, and when the victim installs this apk, the attacker can execute arbitrary code on the victim's device.
How can I fix CVE-2020-8913?
To fix CVE-2020-8913, Android users should update the Play Core Library on their devices to version 1.7.2 or higher.
Are there any references for CVE-2020-8913?
Yes, you can find more information about CVE-2020-8913 in the following references: [Reference 1](https://blog.oversecured.com/Oversecured-automatically-discovers-persistent-code-execution-in-the-Google-Play-Core-Library/) and [Reference 2](https://developer.android.com/reference/com/google/android/play/core/release-notes#1-7-2).

collector/nvd-index
agent/references
agent/type
agent/softwarecombine
collector/mitre-cve
source/MITRE
agent/severity
agent/weakness
agent/author
agent/title
agent/last-modified-date
agent/description
agent/first-publish-date
agent/event
agent/tags
vendor/android
canonical/android play core library

Company

Resources

Contact

SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
132 Wickham Terrace
Fortitude Valley,
QLD 4006, Australia
info@secalerts.co

By using SecAlerts services, you agree to our services end-user license agreement. This website is safeguarded by reCAPTCHA and governed by the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. All names, logos, and brands of products are owned by their respective owners, and any usage of these names, logos, and brands for identification purposes only does not imply endorsement. If you possess any content that requires removal, please get in touch with us.