CVE-2022-20230: Input Validation

Published Jul 6, 2022
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Updated

In choosePrivateKeyAlias of KeyChain.java, there is a possible access to the user's certificate due to improper input validation. This could lead to local information disclosure with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-10 Android-11 Android-12 Android-12LAndroid ID: A-221859869

Affected Software

5 affected components
Google Android=10.0
Google Android=11.0
Google Android=12.0
Google Android=12.1
Google Android

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·06:23 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:23 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

Which devices are exposed?

Devices running Android 10, 11, 12, or 12L are identified as affected. Exploitation is local, so a remote attacker cannot trigger it solely over the network.

2

What does an attacker need to exploit this issue?

An attacker does not need additional execution privileges, but exploitation requires user interaction. The impact is disclosure of the user's certificate.

3

What should be done to remediate the issue?

A patch is available. Apply the relevant Android security update from the device vendor or platform update channel.

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