CVE-2021-0948
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.09%
Last modified
CVE-2021-0948 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. The PVRSRVBridgeGetMultiCoreInfo ioctl in the PowerVR kernel driver can return uninitialized kernel memory to user space. The contents of this memory could contain sensitive information. . EPSS estimates a 0.09% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The PVRSRVBridgeGetMultiCoreInfo ioctl in the PowerVR kernel driver can return uninitialized kernel memory to user space. The contents of this memory could contain sensitive information.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/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/2023-07-01Vendor Advisory
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2023-07-01Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-0948?
The PVRSRVBridgeGetMultiCoreInfo ioctl in the PowerVR kernel driver can return uninitialized kernel memory to user space. The contents of this memory could contain sensitive information.
How severe is CVE-2021-0948?
CVE-2021-0948 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.09% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-0948?
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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