CVE-2018-21081
CRITICALCVSS 9.1/10EPSS 0.39%
Last modified
CVE-2018-21081 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.1/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue was discovered on Samsung mobile devices with N(7.x) software. In Dual Messenger, the second app can use the runtime permissions of the first app without a user's consent. EPSS estimates a 0.39% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered on Samsung mobile devices with N(7.x) software. In Dual Messenger, the second app can use the runtime permissions of the first app without a user's consent. The Samsung ID is SVE-2017-11018 (March 2018).
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | 7.0 | |
| Android | 7.1.0 | |
| Android | 7.1.1 | |
| Android | 7.1.2 |
References
- https://security.samsungmobile.com/securityUpdate.smsbVendor Advisory
- https://security.samsungmobile.com/securityUpdate.smsbVendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-21081?
An issue was discovered on Samsung mobile devices with N(7.x) software. In Dual Messenger, the second app can use the runtime permissions of the first app without a user's consent. The Samsung ID is SVE-2017-11018 (March 2018).
How severe is CVE-2018-21081?
CVE-2018-21081 has a CVSS score of 9.1/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.39% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-21081?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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