First published: Fri Dec 16 2022(Updated: )
In onCreate of AddAppNetworksActivity.java, there is a possible way for a guest user to configure WiFi networks due to a missing permission check. 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-224772678
Credit: security@android.com
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
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Android | =13.0 |
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The severity of CVE-2022-20519 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability.
To fix CVE-2022-20519, ensure that your device is updated to the latest security patch provided by the manufacturer.
CVE-2022-20519 affects devices running Google Android version 13.0.
CVE-2022-20519 can potentially allow a guest user to configure WiFi networks, leading to local escalation of privilege.
No, user interaction is not needed for the exploitation of CVE-2022-20519.