CVE-2021-39656
Linux Debian vulnerability analysis and mitigation

Overview

CVE-2021-39656 is a vulnerability discovered in the Android kernel's configfs subsystem. The issue exists in the _configfsopen_file function of file.c, where a possible use-after-free condition occurs due to improper locking. This vulnerability was disclosed in December 2021 and affects Android kernel versions (NVD).

Technical details

The vulnerability is classified as a use-after-free issue combined with improper locking mechanisms in the _configfsopen_file function of file.c. It has been assigned a CVSS v3.1 Base Score of 6.7 (Medium) with the vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H. The vulnerability requires system execution privileges for exploitation (NVD).

Impact

If successfully exploited, this vulnerability could lead to local escalation of privilege in the kernel with System execution privileges. The impact affects the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the system, as indicated by the CVSS scoring (NVD).

Mitigation and workarounds

The vulnerability was addressed in the Android Security Bulletin of December 2021. Users should apply the security updates provided by their device manufacturers to mitigate this vulnerability (Android Security Bulletin).

Additional resources


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