CVE-2021-0599: Medium severity Google Android vulnerability

Published Jul 7, 2021

Updated

In scheduleTimeoutLocked of NotificationRecord.java, there is a possible disclosure of a sensitive identifier via broadcasted intent due to a confused deputy. This could lead to local information disclosure with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-9 Android-10 Android-11 Android-8.1Android ID: A-175614289

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

Jul 7, 2021

CVE Published

via Android·12:00 AM

Data Sourced

via Android·12:00 AM

SeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Jul 14, 2021

CVE Published

via MITRE·01:44 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·01:44 PM

DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-0599?

CVE-2021-0599 has a severity rating of medium due to the potential disclosure of sensitive information.

How do I fix CVE-2021-0599?

To mitigate CVE-2021-0599, users should update their Android devices to the latest version that patches this vulnerability.

What is the impact of CVE-2021-0599?

CVE-2021-0599 may allow local information disclosure through exposed sensitive identifiers.

Which Android versions are affected by CVE-2021-0599?

CVE-2021-0599 affects Android versions 8.1, 9.0, 10.0, and 11.0.

Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2021-0599?

No, exploitation of CVE-2021-0599 does not require user interaction.