CVE-2020-27059

Published: Jan 11, 2021Modified: Jun 17, 2026

7.8

Vector

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

Exploitability: 1.8 / Impact: 5.9

Source: NVD

Description

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.

Affected (5)

Products: Google: Android

1 product

Configuration A

5 vulnerable

Vulnerable Software	Affected Versions
Google Android	Version 10.0
Google Android	Version 11.0
Google Android	Version 8.0
Google Android	Version 8.1
Google Android	Version 9.0

Related CWEs

Improper Restriction of Rendered UI Layers or Frames

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References (2)

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2021-01-01

Source: security@android.com

ExploitPatchVendor Advisory

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2021-01-01

Source: af854a3a-2127-422b-91ae-364da2661108

ExploitPatchVendor Advisory

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