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CVE-2022-20452: 
NixOS vulnerability analysis and mitigation

Overview

A vulnerability identified as CVE-2022-20452 was discovered in Android 13's BaseBundle.java component, specifically in the initializeFromParcelLocked method. The vulnerability was disclosed in the November 2022 Android Security Bulletin (Android Bulletin). This security flaw affects Android version 13 and could enable arbitrary code execution through a confused deputy mechanism.

Technical details

The vulnerability exists in the initializeFromParcelLocked method of BaseBundle.java within Android 13. It has been assigned a CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.8 (HIGH), with the vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H. The vulnerability is characterized as a confused deputy issue that could lead to arbitrary code execution (NVD).

Impact

The vulnerability can lead to local escalation of privilege on affected Android devices. The impact is significant as successful exploitation requires no additional execution privileges and can be achieved without user interaction (CVE).

Mitigation and workarounds

The vulnerability was addressed in the Android Security Bulletin for November 2022. Users should ensure their Android devices are updated with the security patch level dated November 5, 2022, or later (Android Bulletin).

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Source: This report was generated using AI

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