CVE-2021-39767
NixOS vulnerability analysis and mitigation

Overview

In miniadb, there is a possible way to get read/write access to recovery system properties due to an insecure default value. This vulnerability (CVE-2021-39767) affects Android-12L and was identified with Android ID A-201308542. The vulnerability could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed, and user interaction is not required for exploitation (Android Bulletin).

Technical details

The vulnerability 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 under CWE-1188 (Insecure Default Initialization of Resource). The local attack vector, low attack complexity, and no requirement for user interaction make this vulnerability particularly concerning from a security perspective (NVD).

Impact

The vulnerability allows an attacker to gain read/write access to recovery system properties, which could lead to local escalation of privilege. The high CVSS score indicates that successful exploitation could result in significant impact to confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system (NVD).

Exploitability

The vulnerability requires local access but has low attack complexity and does not require user interaction for exploitation. No additional execution privileges are needed to exploit this vulnerability, making it relatively straightforward for an attacker with local access to leverage (Android Bulletin).

Mitigation and workarounds

The vulnerability affects Android-12L systems. Users and administrators should apply the security updates provided through the Android security bulletin to address this vulnerability (Android Bulletin).

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