CVE-2021-39628: Low severity Google Android vulnerability

Published Jan 4, 2022

Updated

In StatusBar.java, there is a possible disclosure of notification content on the lockscreen due to a logic error in the code. This could lead to local information disclosure with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-10 Android-11Android ID: A-189575031

Affected Software

3 affected components

Google Android=10.0

Google Android=11.0

Google Android

Event History

Jan 4, 2022

CVE Published

via Android·12:00 AM

Data Sourced

via Android·12:00 AM

SeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Jan 14, 2022

CVE Published

via MITRE·07:11 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·07:11 PM

DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-39628?

CVE-2021-39628 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for local information disclosure.

How do I fix CVE-2021-39628?

To fix CVE-2021-39628, users should update their Android devices to the latest version provided by Google.

What can be exploited in CVE-2021-39628?

CVE-2021-39628 can be exploited to disclose notification content on the lockscreen without user interaction.

Which Android versions are affected by CVE-2021-39628?

CVE-2021-39628 affects Android versions 10.0 and 11.0.

Who is affected by CVE-2021-39628?

Users of Google Android devices running affected versions are at risk of CVE-2021-39628.