CVE-2021-0703
NixOS vulnerability analysis and mitigation

Overview

In SecondStageMain of init.cpp, there is a possible use after free vulnerability (CVE-2021-0703) affecting Android 11. The vulnerability was disclosed in the October 2021 Android Security Bulletin. This security issue stems from incorrect shared_ptr usage, which could potentially be exploited by an attacker with physical access to the device (Android Bulletin).

Technical details

The vulnerability is classified as a Use After Free (CWE-416) issue. It received a CVSS v3.1 base score of 6.8 (Medium) with the vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H. The vulnerability requires physical access to exploit, has low attack complexity, requires no privileges, and needs no user interaction. The impact potential is high across confidentiality, integrity, and availability (NVD).

Impact

If successfully exploited, this vulnerability could lead to local escalation of privilege. The attacker could gain elevated privileges on the affected device, with high potential impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the system (Android Bulletin, NVD).

Mitigation and workarounds

The vulnerability was addressed in the Android Security Bulletin for October 2021. Users should ensure their Android devices are updated with the latest security patches to mitigate this vulnerability (Android Bulletin).

Additional resources


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