Is CVE-2022-20403 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2022-20403 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2022-20403 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2022-20403 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2022-20403?

CVE-2022-20403 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2022-20403

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

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Product: AndroidVersions: Android kernelAndroid ID: A-207975764References: N/A

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

The Android kernel contains a critical vulnerability that could allow for remote code execution. With a CVSS score of 9.8, this flaw represents a significant risk to the security of the Android platform.

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

Recommended Action

Install the latest security updates released by Google or the device manufacturer. Regularly check for and apply Android system updates.

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-2022-20403 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.