Vulnerability identifier: #VU47439
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 6.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-284
Exploitation vector: Local
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Google Android
Operating systems & Components /
Operating system
Vendor: Google
Description
The vulnerability allows a local user to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.
The vulnerability exists due to a missing isShellUser check in Android Framework. A local user can bypass implemented security restrictions and gain unauthorized access to the application.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Google Android: 8.0 - 8.1, 9.0, 10, 11
External links
http://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2020-10-01
http://android.googlesource.com/platform/frameworks/base/+/cbcf477e8b05f092bf6519e3ba4db363247ff4f6
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.