CVE-2021-0640
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CVE-2021-0640 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In noteAtomLogged of StatsdStats.cpp, there is a possible out of bounds write due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.22% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In noteAtomLogged of StatsdStats.cpp, there is a possible out of bounds write due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-10 Android-11 Android-9Android ID: A-187957589
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 | 9.0 | |
| Android | 10.0 | |
| Android | 11.0 |
References
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2021-08-01Vendor Advisory
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2021-08-01Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
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