CVE-2021-0996 — MEDIUM (4.5)

Vulnerability Description

In nfaHciCallback of HciEventManager.cpp, there is a possible out of bounds read due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to local information disclosure over NFC with System execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-12Android ID: A-181346545

CVSS Score

4.5

MEDIUM

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

Attack Vector

ADJACENT_NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

HIGH

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

NONE

Availability

NONE

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	12.0

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-125

References

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2021-12-01PatchVendor Advisory
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2021-12-01PatchVendor Advisory

FAQ

What is CVE-2021-0996?

CVE-2021-0996 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.5 (MEDIUM). In nfaHciCallback of HciEventManager.cpp, there is a possible out of bounds read due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to local information disclosure over NFC with System execution privilege...

How severe is CVE-2021-0996?

CVE-2021-0996 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2021-0996?

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