CVE-2021-39806
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CVE-2021-39806 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In closef of label_backends_android.c, there is a possible way to corrupt memory due to a double free. This could lead to local escalation of privilege during startup of servicemanager, if an attacker can trigger an initialization failure, with no additional execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.10% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In closef of label_backends_android.c, there is a possible way to corrupt memory due to a double free. This could lead to local escalation of privilege during startup of servicemanager, if an attacker can trigger an initialization failure, with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-12LAndroid ID: A-215387420
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | 12.1 |
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