CVE-2021-0641: Medium severity Google Android vulnerability

Published Aug 2, 2021
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Updated

In getAvailableSubscriptionInfoList of SubscriptionController.java, there is a possible disclosure of unique identifiers due to a missing permission check. This could lead to local information disclosure 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-185235454

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

Aug 2, 2021
CVE Published
via Android·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Android·12:00 AM
SeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Aug 17, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:28 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:28 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2021-0641?

CVE-2021-0641 has been classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to local information disclosure risks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2021-0641?

To mitigate CVE-2021-0641, ensure that your Android device is updated to the latest security patch provided by Google.

3

What types of devices are affected by CVE-2021-0641?

CVE-2021-0641 affects multiple versions of Android, specifically 8.1, 9.0, 10.0, and 11.0.

4

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2021-0641?

Exploitation of CVE-2021-0641 can lead to the unauthorized disclosure of unique identifiers from the device.

5

Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2021-0641?

No, CVE-2021-0641 can be exploited without any user interaction.

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