CVE-2021-39632

Name: CVE-2021-39632
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2022-01-14T20:15:11.157+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.12%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2021-39632 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In inotify_cb of events.cpp, there is a possible out of bounds write due to an incorrect bounds check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.12% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In inotify_cb of events.cpp, there is a possible out of bounds write due to an incorrect bounds check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-11 Android-12Android ID: A-202159709

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.8/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.12%

2.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-787

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	11.0
Google	Android	12.0

References

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2022-01-01Vendor Advisory
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2022-01-01Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jan 14, 2022
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2021-39632?

How severe is CVE-2021-39632?

CVE-2021-39632 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.12% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2021-39632?

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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Source: NVD / NIST