What is CVE-2021-25481?

CVE-2021-25481 refers to an improper error handling vulnerability in the Exynos CP booting driver.

What is the severity of CVE-2021-25481?

The severity of CVE-2021-25481 is medium with a CVSS score of 6.7.

Which software is affected by CVE-2021-25481?

Google Android versions 8.1, 9.0, 10.0, and 11.0 are affected by CVE-2021-25481.

How can local attackers exploit CVE-2021-25481?

Local attackers can exploit CVE-2021-25481 to bypass the Secure Memory Protector of Exynos CP Memory.

Is Samsung Exynos vulnerable to CVE-2021-25481?

No, Samsung Exynos is not vulnerable to CVE-2021-25481.

How can I fix CVE-2021-25481?

To fix CVE-2021-25481, users should apply the SMR Oct-2021 Release 1 security update provided by Samsung or the respective device manufacturer.

Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-25481?

More information about CVE-2021-25481 can be found at the Samsung Mobile Security website: [link](https://security.samsungmobile.com/securityUpdate.smsb?year=2021&month=10)

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CVE-2021-25481

medium

6.7

CWE

754

6/10/2021

3/8/2024

CVE-2021-25481

First published: Wed Oct 06 2021(Updated: )

An improper error handling in Exynos CP booting driver prior to SMR Oct-2021 Release 1 allows local attackers to bypass a Secure Memory Protector of Exynos CP Memory.

Credit: mobile.security@samsung.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Google Android	=8.1
Google Android	=9.0
Google Android	=10.0
Google Android	=11.0
Samsung Exynos

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https://security.samsungmobile.com/securityUpdate.smsb?year=2021&month=10

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2021-25481?
CVE-2021-25481 refers to an improper error handling vulnerability in the Exynos CP booting driver.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-25481?
The severity of CVE-2021-25481 is medium with a CVSS score of 6.7.
Which software is affected by CVE-2021-25481?
Google Android versions 8.1, 9.0, 10.0, and 11.0 are affected by CVE-2021-25481.
How can local attackers exploit CVE-2021-25481?
Local attackers can exploit CVE-2021-25481 to bypass the Secure Memory Protector of Exynos CP Memory.
Is Samsung Exynos vulnerable to CVE-2021-25481?
No, Samsung Exynos is not vulnerable to CVE-2021-25481.
How can I fix CVE-2021-25481?
To fix CVE-2021-25481, users should apply the SMR Oct-2021 Release 1 security update provided by Samsung or the respective device manufacturer.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-25481?
More information about CVE-2021-25481 can be found at the Samsung Mobile Security website: [link](https://security.samsungmobile.com/securityUpdate.smsb?year=2021&month=10)

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