CVE-2022-20221: Input Validation

Published Jul 6, 2022

Updated

In avrcctrlparsvendorcmd of avrcparsct.cc, there is a possible out of bounds read due to improper input validation. This could lead to remote information disclosure over Bluetooth with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-10 Android-11 Android-12 Android-12LAndroid ID: A-205571133

Affected Software

5 affected components

Google Android=10.0

Google Android=11.0

Google Android=12.0

Google Android=12.1

Google Android

Remediation

Patch Available

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2022-07-01

Event History

Jul 6, 2022

CVE Published

via Android·12:00 AM

Data Sourced

via Android·12:00 AM

SeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Jul 13, 2022

CVE Published

via MITRE·06:22 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·06:22 PM

DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-20221?

CVE-2022-20221 has a medium severity rating due to the potential for remote information disclosure.

How do I fix CVE-2022-20221?

To mitigate CVE-2022-20221, users should update their Android devices to the latest security patches provided by Google.

Which versions of Android are affected by CVE-2022-20221?

CVE-2022-20221 affects Android versions 10.0, 11.0, 12.0, and 12.1.

Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2022-20221?

No, user interaction is not needed for the exploitation of CVE-2022-20221.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2022-20221?

CVE-2022-20221 is an out-of-bounds read vulnerability due to improper input validation.