Is CVE-2022-20402 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2022-20402 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2022-20402 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2022-20402 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2022-20402?

CVE-2022-20402 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2022-20402

NVD-CWE-noinfoPublished: August 11, 2022· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Product: AndroidVersions: Android kernelAndroid ID: A-218701042References: N/A

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

A critical vulnerability in the Android kernel allows for potential remote exploitation. The high CVSS score of 9.8 indicates that this flaw could be leveraged to compromise the integrity and availability of the device.

No public exploit is known, and it is not in the CISA KEV. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable with low complexity.

Recommended Action

Update the Android device to the latest security patch level. Follow manufacturer guidance for system maintenance and security hardening.

Generated by the CTIWATCH analysis pipeline from this CVE's metadata (CVSS, EPSS, KEV status, exploit intelligence). Verify against vendor advisories before acting.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2022-20402 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.