CVE-2021-25371
MEDIUMCVSS 6.7/10Actively ExploitedEPSS 0.84%
Last modified
CVE-2021-25371 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.7/10 on the CVSS scale. A vulnerability in DSP driver prior to SMR Mar-2021 Release 1 allows attackers load arbitrary ELF libraries inside DSP.. CISA has confirmed active exploitation in the wild. EPSS estimates a 0.84% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A vulnerability in DSP driver prior to SMR Mar-2021 Release 1 allows attackers load arbitrary ELF libraries inside DSP.
Metrics
Exploitation Status
This vulnerability is listed in CISA’s Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. Federal agencies must remediate by .
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Samsung | Android | 10.0 | Smr-Feb-2021-R1 |
| Samsung | Android | 11.0 | Smr-Feb-2021-R1 |
References
- https://security.samsungmobile.comVendor Advisory
- https://security.samsungmobile.com/securityUpdate.smsbVendor Advisory
- https://security.samsungmobile.comVendor Advisory
- https://security.samsungmobile.com/securityUpdate.smsbVendor Advisory
- https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2021-25371US Government Resource
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-25371?
A vulnerability in DSP driver prior to SMR Mar-2021 Release 1 allows attackers load arbitrary ELF libraries inside DSP.
How severe is CVE-2021-25371?
CVE-2021-25371 has a CVSS score of 6.7/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.84% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. This vulnerability is listed in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
How do I fix CVE-2021-25371?
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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