Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2021-26687

First published: Thu Feb 04 2021(Updated: )

An issue was discovered on LG mobile devices with Android OS 8.0, 8.1, 9.0, and 10 software. In preloaded applications, the HostnameVerified default is mishandled. The LG ID is LVE-SMP-200029 (February 2021).

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Android=8.0
Android=8.1
Android=9.0
Android=10.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2021-26687?

    CVE-2021-26687 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its impact on the default handling of HostnameVerified in preloaded applications.

  • How do I fix CVE-2021-26687?

    To fix CVE-2021-26687, ensure that your LG mobile device is updated with the latest security patches provided by LG.

  • What devices are affected by CVE-2021-26687?

    CVE-2021-26687 affects LG mobile devices running Android OS versions 8.0, 8.1, 9.0, and 10.

  • What is the risk of CVE-2021-26687?

    The risk associated with CVE-2021-26687 includes potential exploitation that could compromise application security on affected LG devices.

  • Who should be aware of CVE-2021-26687?

    Developers and users of LG mobile devices running the affected versions of Android should be aware of CVE-2021-26687 to mitigate potential security risks.

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