CVE-2021-0691
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CVE-2021-0691 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.7/10 on the CVSS scale. In the SELinux policy configured in system_app.te, there is a possible way for system_app to gain code execution in other processes due to an overly-permissive SELinux policy. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with System execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.11% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In the SELinux policy configured in system_app.te, there is a possible way for system_app to gain code execution in other processes due to an overly-permissive SELinux policy. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with System execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-11Android ID: A-188554048
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | 11.0 |
References
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2021-09-01Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2021-09-01Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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