CVE-2021-37074: Race Condition
First published: Wed Dec 08 2021(Updated: )
There is a Race Condition vulnerability in Huawei Smartphone.Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may lead to the user root privilege escalation.
Credit: psirt@huawei.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Huawei HarmonyOS | <2.0 | |
| Huawei EMUI | =10.1.1 | |
| Huawei EMUI | =11.0.0 | |
| Huawei Magic UI | =3.1.1 | |
| Huawei Magic UI | =4.0.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-37074?
CVE-2021-37074 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for user root privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2021-37074?
To fix CVE-2021-37074, update your Huawei device to the latest version of HarmonyOS or EMUI that addresses this vulnerability.
Which devices are affected by CVE-2021-37074?
CVE-2021-37074 affects Huawei devices running HarmonyOS up to version 2.0 and specific versions of EMUI and Magic UI.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-37074?
CVE-2021-37074 is classified as a race condition vulnerability.
What could happen if CVE-2021-37074 is exploited?
Exploitation of CVE-2021-37074 could lead to unauthorized root access, allowing an attacker to gain full control over the affected Huawei device.
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