What is the severity of CVE-2022-20498?

CVE-2022-20498 has a moderate severity level due to its potential for local information disclosure.

How do I fix CVE-2022-20498?

To fix CVE-2022-20498, ensure that your Android device is updated to the latest security patch provided by Google.

Which versions of Android are affected by CVE-2022-20498?

CVE-2022-20498 affects Android versions 10.0, 11.0, 12.0, 12.1, and 13.0.

Can CVE-2022-20498 be exploited without user interaction?

Yes, CVE-2022-20498 can be exploited without user interaction, requiring only system execution privileges.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2022-20498?

CVE-2022-20498 is classified as an out of bounds read vulnerability leading to potential information disclosure.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2022-20498

medium

4.4

CWE

125

5/12/2022

13/12/2022

22/4/2025

CVE-2022-20498

First published: Mon Dec 05 2022(Updated: )

In fdt_path_offset_namelen of fdt_ro.c, there is a possible out of bounds read due to an incorrect bounds check. This could lead to local information disclosure with System execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-10 Android-11 Android-12 Android-12L Android-13Android ID: A-246465319

Credit: security@android.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Android	=10.0
Android	=11.0
Android	=12.0
Android	=12.1
Android	=13.0

Remedy

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2022-12-01

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-20498?
CVE-2022-20498 has a moderate severity level due to its potential for local information disclosure.
How do I fix CVE-2022-20498?
To fix CVE-2022-20498, ensure that your Android device is updated to the latest security patch provided by Google.
Which versions of Android are affected by CVE-2022-20498?
CVE-2022-20498 affects Android versions 10.0, 11.0, 12.0, 12.1, and 13.0.
Can CVE-2022-20498 be exploited without user interaction?
Yes, CVE-2022-20498 can be exploited without user interaction, requiring only system execution privileges.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2022-20498?
CVE-2022-20498 is classified as an out of bounds read vulnerability leading to potential information disclosure.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-20498?
CVE-2022-20498 has a moderate severity level due to its potential for local information disclosure.
How do I fix CVE-2022-20498?
To fix CVE-2022-20498, ensure that your Android device is updated to the latest security patch provided by Google.
Which versions of Android are affected by CVE-2022-20498?
CVE-2022-20498 affects Android versions 10.0, 11.0, 12.0, 12.1, and 13.0.
Can CVE-2022-20498 be exploited without user interaction?
Yes, CVE-2022-20498 can be exploited without user interaction, requiring only system execution privileges.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2022-20498?
CVE-2022-20498 is classified as an out of bounds read vulnerability leading to potential information disclosure.