Is CVE-2020-0471 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2020-0471 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2020-0471 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2020-0471 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2020-0471?

CVE-2020-0471 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2020-0471

CWE-20Published: January 11, 2021· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

In reassemble_and_dispatch of packet_fragmenter.cc, there is a possible way to inject packets into an encrypted Bluetooth connection due to improper input validation. This could lead to remote escalation of privilege between two Bluetooth devices by a proximal attacker, with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Product: Android; Versions: Android-8.0, Android-8.1, Android-9, Android-10, Android-11; Android ID: A-169327567.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2020-0471 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.

A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.8.