CVE-2021-0488 — MEDIUM (6.7)

Vulnerability Description

In pb_write of pb_encode.c, there is a possible out of bounds write due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with System execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android kernelAndroid ID: A-178754781

CVSS Score

6.7

MEDIUM

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Attack Vector

LOCAL

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

HIGH

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	-

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-787

References

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2021-04-01PatchVendor Advisory
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2021-04-01PatchVendor Advisory

FAQ

What is CVE-2021-0488?

CVE-2021-0488 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.7 (MEDIUM). In pb_write of pb_encode.c, there is a possible out of bounds write due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with System execution privileges needed. User intera...

How severe is CVE-2021-0488?

CVE-2021-0488 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.7/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2021-0488?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Android.