CVE-2021-0308
First published: Mon Jan 04 2021(Updated: )
In ReadLogicalParts of basicmbr.cc, there is a possible out of bounds write due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Product: Android; Versions: Android-8.1, Android-9, Android-10, Android-11, Android-8.0; Android ID: A-158063095.
Credit: security@android.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Android | ||
| Android | =8.0 | |
| Android | =8.1 | |
| Android | =9.0 | |
| Android | =10.0 | |
| Android | =11.0 | |
| Debian | =9.0 |
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Reference Links
- https://android.googlesource.com/platform/external/gptfdisk/+/6d369451868ce71618144c4f4bd645ae48f0d1c5
- https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/2021-01-01 (Advisory)
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2021/02/msg00010.html
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202105-03
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2021-01-01
- https://packetstormsecurity.com/files/165869/USN-5262-1
- https://sourceforge.net/p/gptfdisk/code/ci/f523bbc0c2437fe259aa3aff5e819e24101aee29
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2022:7700
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/cve-2021-0308
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2024:3486
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=2051943
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-0308?
CVE-2021-0308 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for local escalation of privilege.
How do I fix CVE-2021-0308?
To fix CVE-2021-0308, apply the latest security patches provided by Google for affected versions of Android.
Which versions of Android are affected by CVE-2021-0308?
CVE-2021-0308 affects Android versions 8.0, 8.1, 9.0, 10.0, and 11.0.
Can CVE-2021-0308 be exploited without user interaction?
Yes, CVE-2021-0308 can be exploited without any user interaction required.
What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2021-0308?
CVE-2021-0308 involves a possible out-of-bounds write due to a missing bounds check in the ReadLogicalParts function.
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