CVE-2021-0318
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CVE-2021-0318 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In appendEventsToCacheLocked of SensorEventConnection.cpp, there is a possible out of bounds write due to a use-after-free. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.26% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In appendEventsToCacheLocked of SensorEventConnection.cpp, there is a possible out of bounds write due to a use-after-free. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Product: Android; Versions: Android-9, Android-8.1, Android-10, Android-11; Android ID: A-168211968.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | 8.1 | |
| Android | 9.0 | |
| Android | 10.0 | |
| Android | 11.0 |
References
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2021-01-01Vendor Advisory
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2021-01-01Vendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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