CVE-2021-40037
First published: Fri Jan 07 2022(Updated: )
There is a Vulnerability of accessing resources using an incompatible type (type confusion) in the MPTCP subsystem in smartphones. Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may cause the system to crash and restart.
Credit: psirt@huawei.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Huawei HarmonyOS | <2.0 | |
| Huawei EMUI | =10.0.0 | |
| Huawei EMUI | =10.1.0 | |
| Huawei EMUI | =10.1.1 | |
| Huawei EMUI | =11.0.0 | |
| Huawei EMUI | =11.0.1 | |
| Huawei EMUI | =12.0.0 | |
| Huawei Magic UI | =3.0.0 | |
| Huawei Magic UI | =3.1.0 | |
| 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-2021-40037?
CVE-2021-40037 is classified with a high severity, as it may lead to system crashes and restarts.
How do I fix CVE-2021-40037?
To fix CVE-2021-40037, users should ensure their Huawei devices are updated to the latest patched versions of HarmonyOS or EMUI.
Which devices are affected by CVE-2021-40037?
CVE-2021-40037 affects specific versions of Huawei HarmonyOS, EMUI, and Magic UI running on various smartphones.
What are the potential consequences of CVE-2021-40037?
The exploitation of CVE-2021-40037 may result in a system crash, leading to unexpected reboots and potential data loss.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2021-40037?
Currently, the best workaround for CVE-2021-40037 is to apply the latest software updates provided by Huawei.
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