CVE-2021-0891
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 0.26%
Last modified
CVE-2021-0891 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. An unprivileged app can trigger PowerVR driver to return an uninitialized heap memory causing information disclosure.Product: AndroidVersions: Android SoCAndroid ID: A-236849490. EPSS estimates a 0.26% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An unprivileged app can trigger PowerVR driver to return an uninitialized heap memory causing information disclosure.Product: AndroidVersions: Android SoCAndroid ID: A-236849490
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | All versions |
References
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2022-08-01Vendor Advisory
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2022-08-01Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-0891?
An unprivileged app can trigger PowerVR driver to return an uninitialized heap memory causing information disclosure.Product: AndroidVersions: Android SoCAndroid ID: A-236849490
How severe is CVE-2021-0891?
CVE-2021-0891 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.26% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-0891?
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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