PatchTheCVECVE-2020-22475: "Tasks" application version before 9.7.3 is affected by insecure permissions
CVE-2020-22475 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 6.8) affecting tasks. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
"Tasks" application version before 9.7.3 is affected by insecure permissions. The VoiceCommandActivity application component allows arbitrary applications on a device to add tasks with no restrictions.
Why this priority
- Public exploit reference
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 6.8 (Medium) |
| Attack vector | Physical |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.5% (top 60%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-276 |
| Published | 2021-02-22 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2020-22475?
tasks: upgrade to 9.7.3. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2020-22475 being exploited?
CVE-2020-22475 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2020-22475 affect?
CVE-2020-22475 affects tasks. Severity is medium (CVSS 6.8). "Tasks" application version before 9.7.3 is affected by insecure permissions. The VoiceCommandActivity application component allows arbitrary applications on a device to add tasks with no restrictions.
How urgent is CVE-2020-22475?
Priority 39/100. Public exploit reference
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