How severe is CVE-2022-20556?

CVE-2022-20556 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.3, rated low severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity low, and availability none.

Is CVE-2022-20556 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (5th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2022-20556?

CVE-2022-20556 affects Google Android. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2022-20556?

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

When was CVE-2022-20556 published?

CVE-2022-20556 was published on 2022-12-16 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2022-20556

CVE-2022-20556 is a low-severity vulnerability in Google Android with a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.3. 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-862.

Key facts

Severity: Low (CVSS 3.x base score 3.3)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (5th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-862
Affected product: Google Android
Published: 2022-12-16
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

In launchConfigNewNetworkFragment of NetworkProviderSettings.java, there is a possible way for the guest user to add a new WiFi network due to a missing permission check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-13Android ID: A-246301667

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2022-20556?: In launchConfigNewNetworkFragment of NetworkProviderSettings.java, there is a possible way for the guest user to add a new WiFi network due to a missing permission check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-13Android ID: A-246301667
How severe is CVE-2022-20556?: CVE-2022-20556 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.3, rated low severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity low, and availability none.
Is CVE-2022-20556 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (5th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2022-20556?: CVE-2022-20556 affects Google Android. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2022-20556?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2022-20556 published?: CVE-2022-20556 was published on 2022-12-16 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2022-12-01

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:o:google:android:13.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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