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CVE-2021-0385:
NixOS vulnerability analysis and mitigation
Overview
CVE-2021-0385 is a security vulnerability discovered in Android 11's WiFi connectivity component, specifically in the createConnectToAvailableNetworkNotification function of ConnectToNetworkNotificationBuilder.java. The vulnerability allows potential connection to untrusted WiFi networks due to notification interaction above the lockscreen (MITRE CVE).
Technical details
The vulnerability exists in the Android 11 operating system's WiFi notification system. The issue stems from improper handling of notification interactions above the lockscreen in the ConnectToNetworkNotificationBuilder.java component. This could potentially allow unauthorized network connections without requiring additional execution privileges (MITRE CVE).
Impact
The vulnerability can lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not required for exploitation, making it particularly concerning for Android 11 users (MITRE CVE).
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