CVE-2022-20244

CVE-2022-20244 is a high-severity vulnerability in Google Android with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5. 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

In Bluetooth, there is a possible out of bounds write due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege if more than 100 bluetooth devices have been connected with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-13Android ID: A-201083240

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2022-20244?
In Bluetooth, there is a possible out of bounds write due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege if more than 100 bluetooth devices have been connected with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-13Android ID: A-201083240
How severe is CVE-2022-20244?
CVE-2022-20244 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over an adjacent network with high attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2022-20244 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (4th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2022-20244?
CVE-2022-20244 affects Google Android. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2022-20244?
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-2022-20244 published?
CVE-2022-20244 was published on 2022-08-11 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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