CVE-2021-0954: High severity Google Android vulnerability

Published Dec 6, 2021
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Updated

In ResolverActivity, there is a possible user interaction bypass due to a tapjacking/overlay attack. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with User execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-10 Android-11Android ID: A-143559931

Affected Software

3 affected components
Google Android=10.0
Google Android=11.0
Google Android

Event History

Dec 6, 2021
CVE Published
via Android·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Android·12:00 AM
SeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Dec 15, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:05 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:05 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

Who is exposed to this issue?

Devices running Android 10 or Android 11 are identified as affected. Exploitation is local, so the attacker needs the ability to execute code as a user-level application on the device.

2

What does an attacker need to exploit it?

The attacker needs User execution privileges and user interaction. The attack relies on a tapjacking or overlay technique to bypass intended interaction in ResolverActivity.

3

What is the potential impact if exploitation succeeds?

Successful exploitation could allow local escalation of privilege. The reported CVSS vector indicates high potential impact to confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

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