MEDIUM CISA KEV

CVE-2021-0920

CVSS v3

6.4

MEDIUM

EPSS Score

0.9%

exploit probability

CISA KEV

Yes

known exploited

Exploitation

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SSVC status

Description

In unix_scm_to_skb of af_unix.c, there is a possible use after free bug due to a race condition. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with System execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android kernelAndroid ID: A-196926917References: Upstream kernel

CISA Known Exploited Vulnerability

Date Added
5/23/2022
Patch Due Date
6/13/2022
Ransomware Use
Unknown

Technical details

Published
12/15/2021

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2021-0920?

In unix_scm_to_skb of af_unix.c, there is a possible use after free bug due to a race condition. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with System execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android kernelAndroid ID: A-196926917References: Upstream kernel

Is CVE-2021-0920 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2021-0920 is on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, meaning it has been confirmed as actively exploited in the wild. CISA requires federal agencies to patch by 6/13/2022.

What is the CVSS score for CVE-2021-0920?

CVE-2021-0920 has a CVSS v3 base score of 6.4 (MEDIUM severity).

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