CVE-2020-11829 Privilege escalation in com.coloros.codebook

Critical 9.8 Published 19 Nov 2020 Updated 4 Aug 2024

Dynamic service loading in the OPPO Codebook backup SDK allows attackers to gain elevated privileges on the device.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2020-11829?

CVE-2020-11829 is a critical vulnerability in com.coloros.codebook, published on 19 Nov 2020. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Dynamic loading of services in the backup and restore SDK leads to elevated privileges, affected product is com.coloros.codebook V2.0.0_5493e40_200722.

Which versions are affected by CVE-2020-11829?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Oppo Coloros.

How do I fix CVE-2020-11829?

No fix has been published for CVE-2020-11829 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2020-11829 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2020-11829 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-88jq-f6jw-8w6c.