CVE-2021-22461
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.14%
Last modified
CVE-2021-22461 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A component of the HarmonyOS has a Allocation of Resources Without Limits or Throttling vulnerability. Local attackers may exploit this vulnerability to cause nearby process crash.. EPSS estimates a 0.14% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A component of the HarmonyOS has a Allocation of Resources Without Limits or Throttling vulnerability. Local attackers may exploit this vulnerability to cause nearby process crash.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Huawei | Harmonyos | 2.0 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-22461?
A component of the HarmonyOS has a Allocation of Resources Without Limits or Throttling vulnerability. Local attackers may exploit this vulnerability to cause nearby process crash.
How severe is CVE-2021-22461?
CVE-2021-22461 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.14% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-22461?
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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