What is the severity of CVE-2021-0516?

The severity of CVE-2021-0516 is classified as high due to the potential for remote escalation of privilege.

How do I fix CVE-2021-0516?

To fix CVE-2021-0516, update your Android device to the latest security patch that addresses this vulnerability.

Which versions of Android are affected by CVE-2021-0516?

CVE-2021-0516 affects Android versions 8.1, 9.0, 10.0, and 11.0.

What can exploiters do with CVE-2021-0516?

Exploiting CVE-2021-0516 could allow attackers to gain escalated privileges on the affected device without any user interaction.

Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2021-0516?

No, user interaction is not required to exploit CVE-2021-0516.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2021-0516

critical

9.8

CWE

416 125 787

7/6/2021

21/6/2021

26/8/2024

CVE-2021-0516: Use After Free

First published: Mon Jun 07 2021(Updated: )

In p2p_process_prov_disc_req of p2p_pd.c, there is a possible out of bounds read and write due to a use after free. This could lead to remote escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-11 Android-8.1 Android-9 Android-10Android ID: A-181660448

Credit: security@android.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Android
Android	=8.1
Android	=9.0
Android	=10.0
Android	=11.0

Remedy

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-0516?
The severity of CVE-2021-0516 is classified as high due to the potential for remote escalation of privilege.
How do I fix CVE-2021-0516?
To fix CVE-2021-0516, update your Android device to the latest security patch that addresses this vulnerability.
Which versions of Android are affected by CVE-2021-0516?
CVE-2021-0516 affects Android versions 8.1, 9.0, 10.0, and 11.0.
What can exploiters do with CVE-2021-0516?
Exploiting CVE-2021-0516 could allow attackers to gain escalated privileges on the affected device without any user interaction.
Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2021-0516?
No, user interaction is not required to exploit CVE-2021-0516.

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