CVE-2021-32695: Malicious Android app could access Shared Preferences of the Nextcloud Android client

Published Jun 17, 2021
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Updated

Nextcloud Android app is the Android client for Nextcloud. In versions prior to 3.16.1, a malicious app on the same device could have gotten access to the shared preferences of the Nextcloud Android application. This required user-interaction as a victim had to initiate the sharing flow and choose the malicious app. The shared preferences contain some limited private data such as push tokens and the account name. The vulnerability is patched in version 3.16.1.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Nextcloud Nextcloud android<3.16.1

Event History

Jun 17, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:50 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:50 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-32695?

CVE-2021-32695 is a vulnerability in the Nextcloud Android app that allows a malicious app on the same device to access the shared preferences of the Nextcloud app.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2021-32695?

The severity of CVE-2021-32695 is medium with a CVSS score of 3.3.

3

How can I fix CVE-2021-32695?

To fix CVE-2021-32695, update to version 3.16.1 or later of the Nextcloud Android app.

4

Are there any references for CVE-2021-32695?

Yes, you can find references for CVE-2021-32695 at the following URLs: [Reference 1](https://github.com/nextcloud/android/pull/8433), [Reference 2](https://github.com/nextcloud/security-advisories/security/advisories/GHSA-25m9-cf6c-qf2c), [Reference 3](https://hackerone.com/reports/1142918).

5

What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID for CVE-2021-32695?

The CWE ID for CVE-2021-32695 is CWE-200.

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