CVE-2021-0467

Name: CVE-2021-0467
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2021-06-14T20:15:07.993+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

MEDIUMCVSS 6.8/10EPSS 0.13%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2021-0467 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In Chromecast bootROM, there is a possible out of bounds write due to an incorrect bounds check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege in the bootloader, with physical USB access, with no additional execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.13% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In Chromecast bootROM, there is a possible out of bounds write due to an incorrect bounds check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege in the bootloader, with physical USB access, with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android SoCAndroid ID: A-174490700

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

6.8/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.13%

2.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-787

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	All versions

References

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2021-05-01Vendor Advisory
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2021-05-01Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jun 14, 2021
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2021-0467?

How severe is CVE-2021-0467?

CVE-2021-0467 has a CVSS score of 6.8/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.13% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2021-0467?

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