CVE-2021-27901
MEDIUMCVSS 6.8/10EPSS 0.12%
Last modified
CVE-2021-27901 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.8/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue was discovered on LG mobile devices with Android OS 11 software. They mishandle fingerprint recognition because local high beam mode (LHBM) does not function properly during bright illumination. EPSS estimates a 0.12% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered on LG mobile devices with Android OS 11 software. They mishandle fingerprint recognition because local high beam mode (LHBM) does not function properly during bright illumination. The LG ID is LVE-SMP-210001 (March 2021).
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | 11.0 |
References
- https://lgsecurity.lge.com/Vendor Advisory
- https://lgsecurity.lge.com/Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-27901?
An issue was discovered on LG mobile devices with Android OS 11 software. They mishandle fingerprint recognition because local high beam mode (LHBM) does not function properly during bright illumination. The LG ID is LVE-SMP-210001 (March 2021).
How severe is CVE-2021-27901?
CVE-2021-27901 has a CVSS score of 6.8/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.12% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-27901?
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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