CVE-2021-39740
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CVE-2021-39740 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. In Messaging, there is a possible way to bypass attachment restrictions due to improper input validation. This could lead to local information disclosure with no additional execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.10% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In Messaging, there is a possible way to bypass attachment restrictions due to improper input validation. This could lead to local information disclosure with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-12LAndroid ID: A-209965112
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | 12.1 |
References
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/android-12lVendor Advisory
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/android-12lVendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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