CVE-2021-39977: Null Pointer Dereference

Published Jan 3, 2022
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Updated

The HwNearbyMain module has a NULL Pointer Dereference vulnerability.Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may cause a process to restart.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Huawei Harmonyos<2.0

Event History

Jan 3, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:07 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:07 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2021-39977?

CVE-2021-39977 is classified as a critical severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause system process restarts.

2

How do I fix CVE-2021-39977?

To fix CVE-2021-39977, upgrade your HarmonyOS to version 2.0 or later to mitigate the NULL Pointer Dereference vulnerability.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2021-39977?

CVE-2021-39977 affects HarmonyOS versions prior to 2.0, specifically in the HwNearbyMain module.

4

What are the consequences of exploiting CVE-2021-39977?

Exploitation of CVE-2021-39977 may lead to a process restart, potentially disrupting services and affecting system stability.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2021-39977?

Currently, the best approach to mitigate CVE-2021-39977 is to apply the latest software update for HarmonyOS, as no specific workarounds have been documented.

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