CVE-2022-20358: High severity android vulnerability

Published Aug 1, 2022
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Updated

In startSync of AbstractThreadedSyncAdapter.java, there is a possible way to access protected content of content providers due to a missing permission check. This could lead to local information disclosure with User execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-10 Android-11 Android-12 Android-12LAndroid ID: A-203229608

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

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·08:24 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:24 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Aug 10, 2022
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-20358?

CVE-2022-20358 is a vulnerability in the AbstractThreadedSyncAdapter.java file of Google Android, which could allow an attacker to access protected content of content providers without proper permission checks.

2

How severe is CVE-2022-20358?

CVE-2022-20358 has a severity rating of 3.3, indicating a high severity.

3

Which versions of Google Android are affected by CVE-2022-20358?

CVE-2022-20358 affects Google Android versions 10.0, 11.0, 12.0, and 12.1.

4

Can CVE-2022-20358 be exploited without user interaction?

No, exploitation of CVE-2022-20358 requires user execution privileges.

5

How can I mitigate or fix CVE-2022-20358?

To mitigate CVE-2022-20358, update to the latest version of Google Android and apply any available patches or security updates.

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