CVE-2021-0308

Description

In ReadLogicalParts of basicmbr.cc, there is a possible out of bounds write due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Product: Android; Versions: Android-8.1, Android-9, Android-10, Android-11, Android-8.0; Android ID: A-158063095.

Category

6.8
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.05%
Vendor Advisory gentoo.org Vendor Advisory android.com
Affected: n/a Android
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2021-01-01 vendor advisory
https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2021/02/msg00010.html third party advisory mailing list
https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202105-03 third party advisory vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-0308?
CVE-2021-0308 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-0308?
To fix CVE-2021-0308, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2021-0308 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2021-0308 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-0308?
CVE-2021-0308 affects n/a Android.
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