CVE-2021-0512
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CVE-2021-0512 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In __hidinput_change_resolution_multipliers of hid-input.c, there is a possible out of bounds write due to a heap buffer overflow. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.28% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In __hidinput_change_resolution_multipliers of hid-input.c, there is a possible out of bounds write due to a heap buffer overflow. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android kernelAndroid ID: A-173843328References: Upstream kernel
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 | All versions |
References
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2021-06-01Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2021-06-01Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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