CVE-2020-0223

CVE-2020-0223 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Google Android with a CVSS 3.x base score of 9.8. 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-787.

Key facts

Description

This is an unbounded write into kernel global memory, via a user-controlled buffer size.Product: AndroidVersions: Android kernelAndroid ID: A-135130450

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2020-0223?
This is an unbounded write into kernel global memory, via a user-controlled buffer size.Product: AndroidVersions: Android kernelAndroid ID: A-135130450
How severe is CVE-2020-0223?
CVE-2020-0223 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 9.8, rated critical severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2020-0223 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (36th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2020-0223?
CVE-2020-0223 affects Google Android. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2020-0223?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2020-0223 published?
CVE-2020-0223 was published on 2020-06-16 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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