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CVE-2021-0400:
NixOS vulnerability analysis and mitigation
Overview
CVE-2021-0400 is a vulnerability discovered in Android's GnssLocationProvider.java, specifically affecting the injectBestLocation and handleUpdateLocation functions. The vulnerability impacts Android versions 9, 10, and 11. This security issue was disclosed in the Android Security Bulletin of April 2021 (Android Bulletin).
Technical details
The vulnerability stems from improper input validation in the GnssLocationProvider.java component. It has been assigned a CVSS v3.1 base score of 5.5 (Medium) with the vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-20 (Improper Input Validation) (NVD).
Impact
The vulnerability could lead to incorrect reporting of location data to emergency services. This misreporting of location information could have serious implications for emergency response situations where accurate location data is crucial (NVD).
Mitigation and workarounds
Google addressed this vulnerability in the Android Security Bulletin for April 2021. Users should ensure their Android devices are updated with the latest security patches (Android Bulletin).
Additional resources
Source: This report was generated using AI
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