What is the severity of CVE-2022-20558?

CVE-2022-20558 has been assigned a severity level categorized as high.

How do I fix CVE-2022-20558?

To fix CVE-2022-20558, ensure your Android device is updated to a version that includes the patch.

What does CVE-2022-20558 affect?

CVE-2022-20558 affects devices running Android version 13.0.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2022-20558?

CVE-2022-20558 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability due to a permissions bypass.

Is user interaction required for exploiting CVE-2022-20558?

No, user interaction is not needed for the exploitation of CVE-2022-20558.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2022-20558

low

3.3

16/12/2022

3/8/2024

CVE-2022-20558

First published: Fri Dec 16 2022(Updated: )

In registerReceivers of DeviceCapabilityListener.java, there is a possible way to change preferred TTY mode due to a permissions bypass. 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-236264289

Credit: security@android.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Google Android	=13.0

Remedy

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

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Reference Links

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-20558?
CVE-2022-20558 has been assigned a severity level categorized as high.
How do I fix CVE-2022-20558?
To fix CVE-2022-20558, ensure your Android device is updated to a version that includes the patch.
What does CVE-2022-20558 affect?
CVE-2022-20558 affects devices running Android version 13.0.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2022-20558?
CVE-2022-20558 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability due to a permissions bypass.
Is user interaction required for exploiting CVE-2022-20558?
No, user interaction is not needed for the exploitation of CVE-2022-20558.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-20558?
CVE-2022-20558 has been assigned a severity level categorized as high.
How do I fix CVE-2022-20558?
To fix CVE-2022-20558, ensure your Android device is updated to a version that includes the patch.
What does CVE-2022-20558 affect?
CVE-2022-20558 affects devices running Android version 13.0.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2022-20558?
CVE-2022-20558 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability due to a permissions bypass.
Is user interaction required for exploiting CVE-2022-20558?
No, user interaction is not needed for the exploitation of CVE-2022-20558.