CVE-2020-8913
High
Description
A local, arbitrary code execution vulnerability exists in the SplitCompat.install endpoint in Android's Play Core Library versions prior to 1.7.2. A malicious attacker could create an apk which targets a specific application, and if a victim were to install this apk, the attacker could perform a directory traversal, execute code as the targeted application and access the targeted application's data on the Android device. We recommend all users update Play Core to version 1.7.2 or later.
SeverityHigh
CVSS8.8
Exploit probability—
Product
Android Play Core Library
PublishedAug 12, 2020
First seenAug 12, 2020
Weakness typeCWE-281CWE-281
How to fix
Update
- android play_core_library1.7.2 or later
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| android play_core_library | v < 1.7.2 | 1.7.2 |
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