CVE-2021-39768: High severity android vulnerability

Published Mar 30, 2022
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Updated

In Settings, there is a possible way to add an auto-connect WiFi network without the user's consent due to a missing permission check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-12LAndroid ID: A-202017876

Affected Software

1 affected component
Google Android=12.1

Event History

Mar 30, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:02 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:02 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What access and user action does an attacker need to exploit this issue?

The attack vector is local and requires user interaction. No privileges or additional execution privileges are required according to the provided CVSS vector and description.

2

What is the potential impact if exploitation succeeds?

Successful exploitation could allow local escalation of privilege and add an auto-connect Wi-Fi network without the user's consent. The CVSS vector indicates high impact to confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

3

Which Android release is identified as affected?

The affected version listed is Android 12L. The issue is identified by Android ID A-202017876.

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