CVE-2020-0418

HIGH

Android 10 - Local Privilege Escalation via Utils.java getPermissionInfosForGroup Logic Error

Title source: llm
STIX 2.1

Exploitation Summary

EIP tracks 2 public exploits for CVE-2020-0418. PoCs published by fernandodruszcz, Trinadh465.

AI-analyzed exploit summary This repository contains an Android Studio project demonstrating CVE-2020-0418, a vulnerability related to permission escalation in Android. The PoC includes two versions of an APK that request sensitive permissions, showcasing the exploit.

Description

In getPermissionInfosForGroup of Utils.java, there is a logic error. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with User execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-10Android ID: A-153879813

Exploits (2)

nomisec WORKING POC
by fernandodruszcz · poc
https://github.com/fernandodruszcz/CVE-2020-0418

This repository contains an Android Studio project demonstrating CVE-2020-0418, a vulnerability related to permission escalation in Android. The PoC includes two versions of an APK that request sensitive permissions, showcasing the exploit.

Classification
Working Poc 80%
Attack Type
Lpe
Complexity
Moderate
Reliability
Reliable
Target: Android (specific version not specified in code)
No auth needed
Prerequisites: Android device with vulnerable version · Ability to install APKs
devstral-2 · analyzed Feb 16, 2026 Full analysis →
nomisec WORKING POC
by Trinadh465 · poc
https://github.com/Trinadh465/packages_apps_PackageInstaller_AOSP10_r33_CVE-2020-0418

This repository contains a proof-of-concept exploit for CVE-2020-0418, a vulnerability in the Android PackageInstaller. The exploit appears to leverage a flaw in the dialog handling mechanism, potentially allowing an attacker to manipulate user interactions or bypass security prompts.

Classification
Working Poc 90%
Attack Type
Auth Bypass
Complexity
Moderate
Reliability
Reliable
Target: Android PackageInstaller (AOSP 10 r33)
No auth needed
Prerequisites: Access to the target Android device · Ability to trigger the PackageInstaller dialog
devstral-2 · analyzed Feb 16, 2026 Full analysis →

References (1)

Core 1
Core References
Patch, Vendor Advisory x_refsource_misc
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2020-11-01

Scores

CVSS v3 7.8
EPSS 0.0026
EPSS Percentile 16.7%
Attack Vector LOCAL
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Details

Status published
Products (1)
google/android 10.0
Published Nov 10, 2020
Tracked Since Feb 18, 2026