CVE-2021-0956
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CVE-2021-0956 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In NfcTag::discoverTechnologies (activation) of NfcTag.cpp, there is a possible out of bounds write due to an incorrect bounds check. This could lead to remote escalation of privilege with no additionalSystem execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 1.23% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In NfcTag::discoverTechnologies (activation) of NfcTag.cpp, there is a possible out of bounds write due to an incorrect bounds check. This could lead to remote escalation of privilege with no additionalSystem execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-11 Android-12Android ID: A-189942532
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | 11.0 | |
| Android | 12.0 |
References
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2021-12-01Vendor Advisory
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2021-12-01Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
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