CVE-2020-27059 (GCVE-0-2020-27059)
Vulnerability from cvelistv5
Published
2021-01-11 20:28
Modified
2024-08-04 16:11
Severity ?
CWE
  • Elevation of privilege
Summary
In onAuthenticated of AuthenticationClient.java, there is a possible tapjacking attack when requesting the user's fingerprint due to an overlaid window. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation. Product: Android; Versions: Android-8.0, Android-8.1, Android-9, Android-10, 11; Android ID: A-159249069.
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Vendor Product Version
n/a Android Version: Android-8.0
Version: Android-8.1
Version: Android-9
Version: Android-10 and 11
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