# CVE-2022-20396: In SettingsActivity.java, there is a possible way to make a device discoverable over Bluetooth, without permission or user interaction, due

- Severity: no CVSS score reported
- Known exploited (CISA KEV): no
- Published: 2022-09-13 · Updated: 2024-08-03

## Affected

- n/a Android: Android-12L Android-13

## Description

In SettingsActivity.java, there is a possible way to make a device discoverable over Bluetooth, without permission or user interaction, due to a permissions bypass. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-12L Android-13Android ID: A-234440688

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## References

- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2022-09-01

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