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Vulnerability DatabaseCVE-2021-39738
CVE-2021-39738:
NixOS vulnerability analysis and mitigation
Overview
In CarSettings, there is a possible way to pair BT device bypassing user's consent due to a missing permission check. This vulnerability (CVE-2021-39738) affects Android versions 10, 11, 12, and 12L. The issue was disclosed in May 2022 (NVD).
Technical details
The vulnerability stems from a missing permission check in CarSettings functionality. It has been assigned a CVSS v3.1 Base Score of 7.8 (HIGH) with the vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H. The vulnerability is classified as CWE-862: Missing Authorization (NVD).
Impact
This vulnerability could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. An attacker could bypass user consent mechanisms for Bluetooth device pairing, potentially compromising the security of Bluetooth connections (NVD).
Mitigation and workarounds
The vulnerability was addressed in the Android Security Bulletin for May 2022. Users should update their Android devices to the latest available security patch level (Android Advisory).
Additional resources
Source: This report was generated using AI
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