CVE-2022-20532
CWE-190Published: March 24, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
In parseTrackFragmentRun() of MPEG4Extractor.cpp, there is a possible out of bounds read due to an integer overflow. This could lead to remote escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-13Android ID: A-232242894
Risk Analysis
An integer overflow in the MPEG4 extractor component of Android 13 leads to an out-of-bounds read. This critical vulnerability allows for remote privilege escalation without user interaction.
There is no known public exploit, and it is not in the CISA KEV. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable.
Update Android 13 to the latest security patch level.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2022-20532 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.
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Quick Facts
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2022-20532 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts