CVE-2021-0536
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CVE-2021-0536 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In dropFile of WiFiInstaller, there is a way to delete files accessible to CertInstaller due to a confused deputy. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.12% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In dropFile of WiFiInstaller, there is a way to delete files accessible to CertInstaller due to a confused deputy. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-11Android ID: A-176756691
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 | 11.0 |
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Timeline
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