CVE-2021-0332

Name: CVE-2021-0332
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2021-02-10T17:15:20.413+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.24%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2021-0332 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In bootFinished of SurfaceFlinger.cpp, there is a possible memory corruption due to a use after free. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with User execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.24% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In bootFinished of SurfaceFlinger.cpp, there is a possible memory corruption due to a use after free. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with User execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-11 Android-10Android ID: A-169256435

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.8/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.24%

15.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-416

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	10.0
Google	Android	11.0

References

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2021-02-01Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2021-02-01Patch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Feb 10, 2021
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2021-0332?

How severe is CVE-2021-0332?

CVE-2021-0332 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.24% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2021-0332?

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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Source: NVD / NIST