Incorrect default permissions in Google Android - CVE-2020-0133

 

Incorrect default permissions in Google Android - CVE-2020-0133

Published: June 11, 2020 / Updated: August 8, 2020


Vulnerability identifier: #VU34261
CSH Severity: Low
CVSS v4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:A/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear
CVE-ID: CVE-2020-0133
CWE-ID: CWE-276
Exploitation vector: Local access
Exploit availability: No public exploit available
Vendor: Google
Affected software:
Google Android

Detailed vulnerability description

The vulnerability allows a local authenticated user to execute arbitrary code.

In MockLocationAppPreferenceController.java, it is possible to mock the GPS location of the device due to a permissions bypass. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with User execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-10Android ID: A-145136060


How to mitigate CVE-2020-0133

Install update from vendor's website.

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