What is CVE-2021-0673?

CVE-2021-0673 is a vulnerability in the Audio Aurisys HAL that allows for a possible permission bypass, leading to local privilege escalation.

What is the severity of CVE-2021-0673?

CVE-2021-0673 has a severity rating of 7.8, which is considered high.

How can CVE-2021-0673 be exploited?

CVE-2021-0673 can be exploited without user interaction, making it more dangerous.

What is the affected software of CVE-2021-0673?

The affected software includes Google Android versions 10.0, 11.0, and 12.0.

How can I fix CVE-2021-0673?

To fix CVE-2021-0673, users should apply the patch ID ALPS05977326, provided by the vendor.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2021-0673

high

7.8

CWE

862

17/12/2021

3/8/2024

CVE-2021-0673

First published: Fri Dec 17 2021(Updated: )

In Audio Aurisys HAL, there is a possible permission bypass due to a missing permission check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Patch ID: ALPS05977326; Issue ID: ALPS05977326.

Credit: security@android.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Google Android	=10.0
Google Android	=11.0
Google Android	=12.0
Mediatek Mt6779
Mediatek Mt6781
Mediatek Mt6785
Mediatek Mt6853
Mediatek Mt6853t
Mediatek Mt6873
Mediatek Mt6875
Mediatek Mt6877
Mediatek Mt6883
Mediatek Mt6885
Mediatek Mt6889
Mediatek Mt6891
Mediatek Mt6893
Mediatek Mt8183
Mediatek Mt8185
Mediatek Mt8195
Mediatek Mt8321
Mediatek Mt8385
Mediatek Mt8765
Mediatek Mt8766
Mediatek Mt8768
Mediatek Mt8771
Mediatek Mt8786
Mediatek Mt8788
Mediatek Mt8789
Mediatek Mt8791
Mediatek Mt8797

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Reference Links

https://corp.mediatek.com/product-security-bulletin/December-2021

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2021-0673?
CVE-2021-0673 is a vulnerability in the Audio Aurisys HAL that allows for a possible permission bypass, leading to local privilege escalation.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-0673?
CVE-2021-0673 has a severity rating of 7.8, which is considered high.
How can CVE-2021-0673 be exploited?
CVE-2021-0673 can be exploited without user interaction, making it more dangerous.
What is the affected software of CVE-2021-0673?
The affected software includes Google Android versions 10.0, 11.0, and 12.0.
How can I fix CVE-2021-0673?
To fix CVE-2021-0673, users should apply the patch ID ALPS05977326, provided by the vendor.

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