What is the severity of CVE-2022-20257?

CVE-2022-20257 has been classified as a high-severity vulnerability.

How do I fix CVE-2022-20257?

To fix CVE-2022-20257, update your Android device to version 13.0 or later.

What types of devices are affected by CVE-2022-20257?

CVE-2022-20257 affects devices running Android 13.0 that utilize Bluetooth for pairing.

Can CVE-2022-20257 be exploited without user interaction?

Yes, CVE-2022-20257 can be exploited without any user interaction required.

What is the potential impact of CVE-2022-20257?

The potential impact of CVE-2022-20257 includes local escalation of privileges on affected devices.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2022-20257

low

3.3

11/8/2022

3/8/2024

CVE-2022-20257

First published: Thu Aug 11 2022(Updated: )

In Bluetooth, there is a possible way to pair a display only device without PIN confirmation due to a logic error in the code. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-13Android ID: A-222289114

Credit: security@android.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Google Android	=13.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-20257?
CVE-2022-20257 has been classified as a high-severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2022-20257?
To fix CVE-2022-20257, update your Android device to version 13.0 or later.
What types of devices are affected by CVE-2022-20257?
CVE-2022-20257 affects devices running Android 13.0 that utilize Bluetooth for pairing.
Can CVE-2022-20257 be exploited without user interaction?
Yes, CVE-2022-20257 can be exploited without any user interaction required.
What is the potential impact of CVE-2022-20257?
The potential impact of CVE-2022-20257 includes local escalation of privileges on affected devices.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-20257?
CVE-2022-20257 has been classified as a high-severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2022-20257?
To fix CVE-2022-20257, update your Android device to version 13.0 or later.
What types of devices are affected by CVE-2022-20257?
CVE-2022-20257 affects devices running Android 13.0 that utilize Bluetooth for pairing.
Can CVE-2022-20257 be exploited without user interaction?
Yes, CVE-2022-20257 can be exploited without any user interaction required.
What is the potential impact of CVE-2022-20257?
The potential impact of CVE-2022-20257 includes local escalation of privileges on affected devices.