CVE-2021-0339
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CVE-2021-0339 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In loadAnimation of WindowContainer.java, there is a possible way to keep displaying a malicious app while a target app is brought to the foreground. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.73% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In loadAnimation of WindowContainer.java, there is a possible way to keep displaying a malicious app while a target app is brought to the foreground. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-10 Android-8.1 Android-9Android ID: A-145728687
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | 8.1 | |
| Android | 9.0 | |
| Android | 10.0 |
References
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2021-02-01Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2021-02-01Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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