CVE-2021-40050
First published: Mon Mar 07 2022(Updated: )
There is an out-of-bounds read vulnerability in the IFAA module. Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may cause stack overflow.
Credit: psirt@huawei.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| 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 HarmonyOS | =2.0 | |
| 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-2021-40050?
CVE-2021-40050 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for stack overflow exploitation.
How do I fix CVE-2021-40050?
To fix CVE-2021-40050, update your Huawei device to the latest software version that addresses this vulnerability.
Which Huawei products are affected by CVE-2021-40050?
CVE-2021-40050 affects specific versions of Huawei Emui, HarmonyOS, and Magic UI, including versions 10.1.0, 10.1.1, 11.0.0, 11.0.1, 12.0.0, and Magic UI 3.1.0, 3.1.1, 4.0.0.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-40050?
CVE-2021-40050 is an out-of-bounds read vulnerability within the IFAA module.
Can CVE-2021-40050 lead to remote code execution?
While CVE-2021-40050 may cause stack overflow, it primarily poses risks like denial of service but does not directly imply remote code execution.
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