How serious is CVE-2026-20445?

This vulnerability has a CVSS score of 4.4 out of 10, classified as MEDIUM severity. Proof-of-concept exploit code is publicly available, making this an active threat.

Is there exploit code available for CVE-2026-20445?

Yes, proof-of-concept exploit code for CVE-2026-20445 is publicly available on GitHub and security research platforms. This increases the risk of active exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2026-20445?

CVE-2026-20445 affects google android. Check the full CVE details for specific version information.

How do I fix CVE-2026-20445?

To remediate CVE-2026-20445, check for security patches from google. Apply all available updates and security patches. If no patch is available, implement recommended workarounds or security controls to mitigate the risk.

CVE-2026-20445

Medium

|4.4

Exploit Available

Plain English Summary

AI-powered analysis for quick understanding

This vulnerability allows an attacker with system privileges to crash the Android device, leading to a local denial of service. The attacker does not need any user interaction to exploit this issue, but they must already have gained system-level access.

Technical Description

In MDDP, there is a possible system crash due to a race condition. This could lead to local denial of service if a malicious actor has already obtained the System privilege. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Patch ID: ALPS10289875; Issue ID: MSV-5184.

CVSS Vector Analysis

Attack VectorNetwork

Attack ComplexityHigh

Privileges RequiredHigh

User InteractionNone

Confidentiality ImpactNone

Integrity ImpactNone

Availability ImpactHigh

ScopeUnchanged

Vector String

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H

Exploit Resources

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Official References

NIST NVD

Est. Bounty

$569($500-$1K)

Vendor Response

Grade APatched in 1 day

Quick Information

Published

Mar 2, 2026

about 1 month ago

Last Modified

Mar 3, 2026

about 1 month ago

Vendor

google

Product

android

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