CVE-2021-25457

Name: CVE-2021-25457
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2021-09-09T19:15:10.577+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

LOWCVSS 3.3/10EPSS 0.10%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2021-25457 is a low-severity vulnerability rated 3.3/10 on the CVSS scale. An improper input validation vulnerability in DSP driver prior to SMR Sep-2021 Release 1 allows local attackers to get a limited kernel memory information.. EPSS estimates a 0.10% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

An improper input validation vulnerability in DSP driver prior to SMR Sep-2021 Release 1 allows local attackers to get a limited kernel memory information.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

3.3/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N

EPSS Probability

0.10%

0.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	10.0
Google	Android	11.0

References

https://security.samsungmobile.com/securityUpdate.smsb?year=2021&month=9Vendor Advisory
https://security.samsungmobile.com/securityUpdate.smsb?year=2021&month=9Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Sep 9, 2021
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2021-25457?

An improper input validation vulnerability in DSP driver prior to SMR Sep-2021 Release 1 allows local attackers to get a limited kernel memory information.

How severe is CVE-2021-25457?

CVE-2021-25457 has a CVSS score of 3.3/10 (LOW severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.10% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2021-25457?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2021-25457?

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Source: NVD / NIST