CVE-2021-0524

Name: CVE-2021-0524
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2022-02-11T18:15:08.647+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.11%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2021-0524 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. In isServiceDistractionOptimized of CarPackageManagerService.java, there is a possible disclosure of installed packages due to side channel information disclosure. This could lead to local information disclosure with no additional execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.11% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In isServiceDistractionOptimized of CarPackageManagerService.java, there is a possible disclosure of installed packages due to side channel information disclosure. This could lead to local information disclosure with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-12Android ID: A-180418334

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

5.5/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.11%

1.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-203

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	12.0

References

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/aaos/2022-02-01Vendor Advisory
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/aaos/2022-02-01Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Feb 11, 2022
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2021-0524?

How severe is CVE-2021-0524?

CVE-2021-0524 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.11% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2021-0524?

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