#VU34341 Incorrect default permissions in Google Android - CVE-2020-0215

Vulnerability identifier: #VU34341

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv4.0: 6.1 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Amber]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-0215

CWE-ID: CWE-276

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Google Android
Operating systems & Components / Operating system

Vendor: Google

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote non-authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code.

In onCreate of ConfirmConnectActivity.java, there is a possible leak of Bluetooth information due to a permissions bypass. This could lead to local escalation of privilege of a pairing Bluetooth MAC address with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-10Android ID: A-140417248

Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Google Android: 10

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External links
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2020-06-01

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.