CVE-2022-20422: Race Condition
In emulationprochandler of armv8deprecated.c, there is a possible way to corrupt memory due to a race condition. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android kernelAndroid ID: A-237540956References: Upstream kernel
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
debian/linuxto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 5.10.223-1Fixed in 5.10.234-1Fixed in 6.1.129-1Fixed in 6.1.135-1Fixed in 6.12.25-1Fixed in 6.12.27-1
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2022-20422?
CVE-2022-20422 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for local privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2022-20422?
To mitigate CVE-2022-20422, update to the latest secure versions of the affected Android or Debian Linux packages.
What could be the impact of exploiting CVE-2022-20422?
Exploitation of CVE-2022-20422 could lead to memory corruption and local escalation of privileges without requiring additional execution permissions.
Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2022-20422?
No, user interaction is not required for the exploitation of CVE-2022-20422.
Which products are affected by CVE-2022-20422?
CVE-2022-20422 affects various versions of Google Android and Debian Linux.