CVE-2022-20356: Input Validation

Published Aug 1, 2022
·
Updated

In shouldAllowFgsWhileInUsePermissionLocked of ActiveServices.java, there is a possible way to start foreground service from background due to improper input validation. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-11 Android-12 Android-12LAndroid ID: A-215003903

Affected Software

4 affected components
Google Android=11.0
Google Android=12.0
Google Android=12.1
Google Android

Event History

Aug 1, 2022
CVE Published
via Android·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Android·12:00 AM
SeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Aug 9, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:23 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:23 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Aug 10, 2022
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID?

The vulnerability ID is CVE-2022-20356.

2

What is the title of the vulnerability?

The title of the vulnerability is 'In shouldAllowFgsWhileInUsePermissionLocked of ActiveServices.java there is a possible way to start …'.

3

What is the description of the vulnerability?

The description of the vulnerability is that there is a possible way to start foreground service from the background due to improper input validation, which could lead to local escalation of privilege.

4

What is the severity of the vulnerability?

The severity of the vulnerability is high with a CVSS score of 7.8.

5

How can I fix the vulnerability?

To fix the vulnerability, it is recommended to apply the patches provided by Google for affected versions of Android.

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