7.5
CWE
20
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2021-25471: Input Validation

First published: Wed Oct 06 2021(Updated: )

A lack of replay attack protection in Security Mode Command process prior to SMR Oct-2021 Release 1 can lead to denial of service on mobile network connection and battery depletion.

Credit: mobile.security@samsung.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Google Android=8.1
Google Android=9.0
Google Android=10.0
Samsung Exynos

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is CVE-2021-25471?

    CVE-2021-25471 is a vulnerability that involves a lack of replay attack protection in the Security Mode Command process prior to SMR Oct-2021 Release 1, which can lead to denial of service on mobile network connection and battery depletion.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2021-25471?

    CVE-2021-25471 has a severity rating of 7.5, which is classified as high.

  • Which software versions are affected by CVE-2021-25471?

    CVE-2021-25471 affects Google Android versions 8.1, 9.0, and 10.0.

  • How can CVE-2021-25471 be exploited?

    CVE-2021-25471 can be exploited by an attacker performing a replay attack on the Security Mode Command process.

  • Is Samsung Exynos vulnerable to CVE-2021-25471?

    No, Samsung Exynos is not vulnerable to CVE-2021-25471.

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