CVE-2021-30355: Critical severity amazon kindle firmware vulnerability
Published Sep 1, 2021
·Updated
Amazon Kindle e-reader prior to and including version 5.13.4 improperly manages privileges, allowing the framework user to elevate privileges to root.
Affected Software
2 affected components
Amazon Kindle Firmware<=5.13.4
Amazon Kindle
Event History
Sep 1, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:04 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:04 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the vulnerability severity of CVE-2021-30355?
The severity of CVE-2021-30355 is critical with a CVSS score of 8.6.
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How does CVE-2021-30355 impact Amazon Kindle e-reader?
CVE-2021-30355 allows the framework user to elevate privileges to root on Amazon Kindle e-reader devices prior to and including version 5.13.4.
3
Which version of Amazon Kindle e-reader is affected by CVE-2021-30355?
Amazon Kindle e-reader devices up to and including version 5.13.4 are affected by CVE-2021-30355.
4
How can I fix the vulnerability in Amazon Kindle e-reader?
To fix the vulnerability, update your Amazon Kindle e-reader to a version higher than 5.13.4.
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Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-30355?
You can find more information about CVE-2021-30355 at the following reference: https://research.checkpoint.com/2021/i-can-take-over-your-kindle/