CVE-2021-0689
NixOS vulnerability analysis and mitigation

Overview

CVE-2021-0689 is a vulnerability discovered in Android's SkSwizzler_opts.h component, specifically in the RGB_to_BGR1_portable function. The vulnerability was disclosed in the September 2021 Android Security Bulletin and affects multiple Android versions including Android 8.1, 9, 10, and 11. The issue stems from a missing bounds check that could potentially lead to an out-of-bounds read condition (Android Bulletin).

Technical details

The vulnerability is classified as an out-of-bounds read (CWE-125) due to a missing bounds check in the RGB_to_BGR1_portable function within SkSwizzler_opts.h. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 5.5 (Medium), with a vector string of CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N. This scoring indicates that the vulnerability requires local access, low attack complexity, low privileges, and no user interaction for exploitation (NVD).

Impact

The vulnerability can lead to local information disclosure if successfully exploited. The impact is primarily focused on confidentiality, with no direct impact on integrity or availability of the system. No additional execution privileges are required for exploitation (NVD).

Mitigation and workarounds

The vulnerability was addressed in the Android Security Bulletin of September 2021. Users should ensure their Android devices are updated with the latest security patches provided in this bulletin (Android Bulletin).

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