How severe is CVE-2019-2200?

CVE-2019-2200 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.3, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.

Is CVE-2019-2200 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (9th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2019-2200?

CVE-2019-2200 affects Google Android. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2019-2200?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2019-2200 published?

CVE-2019-2200 was published on 2020-02-13 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2019-2200

CVE-2019-2200 is a high-severity vulnerability in Google Android with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.3. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-276.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.3)
CVSS v2: 6.9
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (9th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-276
Affected product: Google Android
Published: 2020-02-13
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

In updatePermissions of PermissionManagerService.java, it may be possible for a malicious app to obtain a custom permission from another app due to a permission 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-67319274

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2019-2200?: In updatePermissions of PermissionManagerService.java, it may be possible for a malicious app to obtain a custom permission from another app due to a permission 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-67319274
How severe is CVE-2019-2200?: CVE-2019-2200 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.3, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2019-2200 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (9th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2019-2200?: CVE-2019-2200 affects Google Android. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2019-2200?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2019-2200 published?: CVE-2019-2200 was published on 2020-02-13 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2020-02-01

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:o:google:android:10.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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