CVE-2022-20385

Description

a function called 'nla_parse', do not check the len of para, it will check nla_type (which can be controlled by userspace) with 'maxtype' (in this case, it is GSCAN_MAX), then it access polciy array 'policy[type]', which OOB access happens.Product: AndroidVersions: Android SoCAndroid ID: A-238379819

Category

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.20%
Vendor Advisory android.com
Affected: n/a Android
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2022-09-01 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-20385?
CVE-2022-20385 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-20385?
To fix CVE-2022-20385, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2022-20385 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2022-20385 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2022-20385?
CVE-2022-20385 affects n/a Android.
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