Learn about CVE-2020-27056, a vulnerability in Android SELinux policies leading to local information disclosure on Android-11 devices. Find mitigation steps and prevention measures.
Android SELinux policy vulnerability leading to information disclosure.
Understanding CVE-2020-27056
A vulnerability in Android's SELinux policies could result in local information disclosure without additional execution privileges.
What is CVE-2020-27056?
The vulnerability in the SELinux policies of mls could allow for local information disclosure of package metadata without requiring user interaction.
The Impact of CVE-2020-27056
The vulnerability could lead to the exposure of sensitive package metadata on Android-11 devices.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-27056
Android SELinux policy vulnerability details.
Vulnerability Description
The missing permission check in SELinux policies of mls could result in local information disclosure of package metadata.
Affected Systems and Versions
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability does not require additional execution privileges or user interaction for exploitation.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting against CVE-2020-27056.
Immediate Steps to Take
Long-Term Security Practices
Patching and Updates
Ensure timely installation of security patches provided by Android to address the vulnerability.