How severe is CVE-2022-24931?

CVE-2022-24931 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.9, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity low, and availability low.

Is CVE-2022-24931 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (2nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2022-24931?

CVE-2022-24931 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-2022-24931?

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-2022-24931 published?

CVE-2022-24931 was published on 2022-03-10 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2022-24931

CVE-2022-24931 is a high-severity vulnerability in Google Android with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.9. 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-269.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.9)
CVSS v2: 4.6
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (2nd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-269
Affected product: Google Android
Published: 2022-03-10
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Improper access control vulnerability in dynamic receiver in ApkInstaller prior to SMR MAR-2022 Release allows unauthorized attackers to execute arbitrary activity without a proper permission

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2022-24931?: Improper access control vulnerability in dynamic receiver in ApkInstaller prior to SMR MAR-2022 Release allows unauthorized attackers to execute arbitrary activity without a proper permission
How severe is CVE-2022-24931?: CVE-2022-24931 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.9, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity low, and availability low.
Is CVE-2022-24931 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (2nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2022-24931?: CVE-2022-24931 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-2022-24931?: 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-2022-24931 published?: CVE-2022-24931 was published on 2022-03-10 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://security.samsungmobile.com/securityUpdate.smsb?year=2022&month=3

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:o:google:android:10.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:google:android:11.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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