CVE-2021-0600: Input Validation

Published Jul 7, 2021

Updated

In onCreate of DeviceAdminAdd.java, there is a possible way to mislead a user to activate a device admin app due to improper input validation. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-8.1 Android-9 Android-10 Android-11Android ID: A-179042963

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·01:45 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·01:45 PM

DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-0600?

CVE-2021-0600 is categorized as a local escalation of privilege vulnerability.

How do I fix CVE-2021-0600?

Fixing CVE-2021-0600 involves updating Android to versions 8.1, 9.0, 10.0, or 11.0 that include patches for this vulnerability.

What is the impact of CVE-2021-0600?

The impact of CVE-2021-0600 could allow an attacker to mislead a user into activating a malicious device admin app.

Which Android versions are affected by CVE-2021-0600?

CVE-2021-0600 affects Android versions 8.1, 9.0, 10.0, and 11.0.

Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2021-0600?

Yes, user interaction is necessary for the exploitation of CVE-2021-0600.