CVE-2020-0342

There is a possible out of bounds write due to an incorrect bounds check.Product: AndroidVersions: Android SoCAndroid ID: A-160812576

published September 17, 2020

CVSS
—
EPSS
1%
Percentile
46.1
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ An out-of-bounds write vulnerability lurks in Android’s SoC, just waiting for a wrong step! Think of it like a waiter who delivers a dish to the wrong table without checking the order, causing chaos as diners dig into someone else's meal. This flaw could let data spill over the edges, impacting nearby memory regions! While no widespread exploitation has been reported, a crafty attacker could potentially manipulate system memory, leading to unpredictable behavior or even crashes. It’s like a harmless sneeze that could still unsettle an entire dinner party!

Put simply

Think of it like a waiter who delivers a dish to the wrong table without checking the order, causing chaos as diners dig into someone else's meal. This flaw could let data spill over the edges, impacting nearby memory regions! This vulnerability arises from an incorrect bounds check, allowing for memory writes outside the intended limits—a classic out-of-bounds scenario that can disrupt app performance or security.

What to do

While no widespread exploitation has been reported, a crafty attacker could potentially manipulate system memory, leading to unpredictable behavior or even crashes. It’s like a harmless sneeze that could still unsettle an entire dinner party! Although the severity is low, it’s wise to stay ahead! Keep your Android devices updated to benefit from patches. Monitor device announcements for updates that might address this issue. 🛡️ You’ve got this! With regular updates, you’ll keep your Android device secure and running smoothly. 🚀

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00564 · 46.1th percentile
Published
2020-09-17T15:55Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 17 SEP 15:55Z
    There is a possible out of bounds write due to an incorrect bounds check.Product: AndroidVersions: Android SoCAndroid ID: A-160812576
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