What is the severity of CVE-2021-0315?

CVE-2021-0315 is classified as a local escalation of privilege vulnerability.

How do I fix CVE-2021-0315?

To mitigate CVE-2021-0315, update your Android device to the latest security patch provided by Google.

Which Android versions are affected by CVE-2021-0315?

CVE-2021-0315 affects Android versions 8.0, 8.1, 9.0, 10.0, and 11.0.

Does CVE-2021-0315 require user interaction to exploit?

Yes, CVE-2021-0315 requires user interaction to successfully exploit the vulnerability.

What type of attack does CVE-2021-0315 involve?

CVE-2021-0315 involves a tapjacking or overlay attack that could trick users into granting app permissions.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2021-0315

high

7.3

CWE

1021

4/1/2021

11/1/2021

3/8/2024

CVE-2021-0315

First published: Mon Jan 04 2021(Updated: )

In onCreate of GrantCredentialsPermissionActivity.java, there is a possible way to convince the user to grant an app access to an account due to a tapjacking/overlay attack. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with User execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation. Product: Android; Versions: Android-8.1, Android-9, Android-10, Android-11, Android-8.0; Android ID: A-169763814.

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

Remedy

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2021-01-01

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-0315?
CVE-2021-0315 is classified as a local escalation of privilege vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2021-0315?
To mitigate CVE-2021-0315, update your Android device to the latest security patch provided by Google.
Which Android versions are affected by CVE-2021-0315?
CVE-2021-0315 affects Android versions 8.0, 8.1, 9.0, 10.0, and 11.0.
Does CVE-2021-0315 require user interaction to exploit?
Yes, CVE-2021-0315 requires user interaction to successfully exploit the vulnerability.
What type of attack does CVE-2021-0315 involve?
CVE-2021-0315 involves a tapjacking or overlay attack that could trick users into granting app permissions.

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