How severe is CVE-2022-20226?

CVE-2022-20226 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.9, rated low severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability none.

Is CVE-2022-20226 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (1st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2022-20226?

CVE-2022-20226 primarily affects Google Android. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2022-20226?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2022-20226 published?

CVE-2022-20226 was published on 2022-07-13 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2022-20226

CVE-2022-20226 is a low-severity vulnerability in Google Android with a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.9. 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-1021.

Key facts

Severity: Low (CVSS 3.x base score 3.9)
CVSS v2: 3.3
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (1st percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-1021
Affected product: Google Android
Published: 2022-07-13
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

In finishDrawingWindow of WindowManagerService.java, there is a possible tapjacking due to improper input validation. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with User execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-12 Android-12LAndroid ID: A-213644870

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2022-20226?: In finishDrawingWindow of WindowManagerService.java, there is a possible tapjacking due to improper input validation. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with User execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-12 Android-12LAndroid ID: A-213644870
How severe is CVE-2022-20226?: CVE-2022-20226 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.9, rated low severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability none.
Is CVE-2022-20226 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (1st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2022-20226?: CVE-2022-20226 primarily affects Google Android. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2022-20226?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2022-20226 published?: CVE-2022-20226 was published on 2022-07-13 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2022-07-01

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:o:google:android:12.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:google:android:12.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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