CVE-2021-0535 — MEDIUM (6.7)

Vulnerability Description

In wpas_ctrl_msg_queue_timeout of ctrl_iface_unix.c, there is a possible memory corruption due to a use after free. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with System execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-11Android ID: A-168314741

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	11.0

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-416

References

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2021-06-01Vendor Advisory
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2021-06-01Vendor Advisory

FAQ

What is CVE-2021-0535?

CVE-2021-0535 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.7 (MEDIUM). In wpas_ctrl_msg_queue_timeout of ctrl_iface_unix.c, there is a possible memory corruption due to a use after free. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with System execution privileges ne...

How severe is CVE-2021-0535?

CVE-2021-0535 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-2021-0535?

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