CVE-2021-39988: Null Pointer Dereference
Published Jan 3, 2022
·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-2021-39988?
CVE-2021-39988 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for process restarts.
2
How do I fix CVE-2021-39988?
To fix CVE-2021-39988, ensure that you update your HarmonyOS to the latest version beyond 2.0.
3
What impact does CVE-2021-39988 have on affected systems?
The exploitation of CVE-2021-39988 could lead to unexpected process restarts, impacting system stability.
4
Which versions of HarmonyOS are affected by CVE-2021-39988?
CVE-2021-39988 affects all versions of Huawei HarmonyOS up to, but not including, version 2.0.
5
Is there a workaround for CVE-2021-39988 before applying a fix?
Currently, there are no documented workarounds for CVE-2021-39988; the advised action is to apply the update as soon as possible.