CVE-2021-0396: Critical severity Google Android vulnerability

Published Mar 1, 2021

Updated

In Builtins::GenerateArgumentsAdaptorTrampoline of builtins-arm.cc and related files, there is a possible out of bounds write due to an incorrect bounds check. This could lead to remote code execution in an unprivileged process with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-8.1 Android-9 Android-10 Android-11Android ID: A-160610106

Affected Software

5 affected components

Google Android=8.1

Google Android=9.0

Google Android=10.0

Google Android=11.0

Google Android

Event History

Mar 1, 2021

CVE Published

via Android·12:00 AM

Mar 10, 2021

CVE Published

via MITRE·03:36 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·03:36 PM

DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-0396?

CVE-2021-0396 has a high severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2021-0396?

To fix CVE-2021-0396, update your Android device to the latest security patch provided by Google.

Which Android versions are affected by CVE-2021-0396?

CVE-2021-0396 affects Android versions 8.1, 9.0, 10.0, and 11.0.

What is the potential impact of CVE-2021-0396?

The potential impact of CVE-2021-0396 includes unauthorized remote code execution in an unprivileged process.

Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2021-0396?

No, user interaction is not required to exploit CVE-2021-0396.