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CVE-2021-0958: 
NixOS vulnerability analysis and mitigation

Overview

CVE-2021-0958 is a vulnerability discovered in Android's km_compat.cpp component affecting Android versions 11 and 12. The vulnerability stems from a logic error in the code that could potentially lead to loss of sensitive data. This vulnerability was disclosed in the December 2021 Android Security Bulletin (Android Bulletin).

Technical details

The vulnerability exists in the update of km_compat.cpp file and is characterized by a possible loss of potentially sensitive data due to a logic error in the code. The vulnerability has been assigned a CVSS v3.1 base score of 4.4 (MEDIUM) with the vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H (NVD).

Impact

The vulnerability can lead to local denial of service on affected Android devices. The impact is considered moderate as it requires user execution privileges, though user interaction is not needed for exploitation (NVD).

Mitigation and workarounds

The vulnerability has been addressed in the Android Security Bulletin of December 2021. Users of affected Android versions (Android 11 and 12) should ensure their devices are updated with the latest security patches (Android Bulletin).

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Source: This report was generated using AI

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