CVE-2022-20196 Missing authorization in Android
A confused deputy vulnerability in Android Gallery and Photos allows local attackers to bypass permissions and disclose information without additional privileges.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Any signed-in user
- Attackable
- Local or same network only
- Victim action needed
- A user has to click or open something
- Fix
- Available
What is CVE-2022-20196?
CVE-2022-20196 is a medium-severity missing authorization vulnerability in Google Android, published on 15 Jun 2022. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.
Official description
In gallery3d and photos, there is a possible permission bypass due to a confused deputy. This could lead to local information disclosure with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-12LAndroid ID: A-201535148
Which versions are affected by CVE-2022-20196?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Google Android.
How do I fix CVE-2022-20196?
Apply the vendor's patch.
Upgrade, and check permissions on every request on the server, not only in the interface. More about Missing authorization.
Is CVE-2022-20196 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2022-20196 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in Google Android
Sources
Also known as A-201535148, GHSA-v243-67v6-3pxr, PUB-A-201535148.