What is the severity of CVE-2021-0995?

CVE-2021-0995 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability.

How does CVE-2021-0995 affect Android devices?

CVE-2021-0995 allows local information disclosure by enabling apps to determine the installation status of other apps without required permissions.

What versions of Android are affected by CVE-2021-0995?

CVE-2021-0995 specifically affects Android version 12.0.

How can I mitigate the risks associated with CVE-2021-0995?

To mitigate risks from CVE-2021-0995, ensure that your device is updated with the latest security patches from the manufacturer.

Is there a permanent fix for CVE-2021-0995?

Yes, a permanent fix for CVE-2021-0995 has been rolled out in subsequent security updates for affected devices.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2021-0995

low

3.3

CWE

203

15/12/2021

3/8/2024

CVE-2021-0995

First published: Wed Dec 15 2021(Updated: )

In registerSuggestionConnectionStatusListener of WifiServiceImpl.java, there is a possible way to determine whether an app is installed, without query permissions, due to side channel information disclosure. This could lead to local information disclosure with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-12Android ID: A-197536547

Credit: security@android.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Google Android	=12.0

Remedy

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2021-12-01

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Reference Links

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2021-12-01

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-0995?
CVE-2021-0995 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability.
How does CVE-2021-0995 affect Android devices?
CVE-2021-0995 allows local information disclosure by enabling apps to determine the installation status of other apps without required permissions.
What versions of Android are affected by CVE-2021-0995?
CVE-2021-0995 specifically affects Android version 12.0.
How can I mitigate the risks associated with CVE-2021-0995?
To mitigate risks from CVE-2021-0995, ensure that your device is updated with the latest security patches from the manufacturer.
Is there a permanent fix for CVE-2021-0995?
Yes, a permanent fix for CVE-2021-0995 has been rolled out in subsequent security updates for affected devices.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-0995?
CVE-2021-0995 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability.
How does CVE-2021-0995 affect Android devices?
CVE-2021-0995 allows local information disclosure by enabling apps to determine the installation status of other apps without required permissions.
What versions of Android are affected by CVE-2021-0995?
CVE-2021-0995 specifically affects Android version 12.0.
How can I mitigate the risks associated with CVE-2021-0995?
To mitigate risks from CVE-2021-0995, ensure that your device is updated with the latest security patches from the manufacturer.
Is there a permanent fix for CVE-2021-0995?
Yes, a permanent fix for CVE-2021-0995 has been rolled out in subsequent security updates for affected devices.