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Externally Controlled Reference to a Resource in Another Sphere

CVE-2021-0608

Severity High
Score 7.8/10

Summary

In handleAppLaunch of AppLaunchActivity.java, there is a possible arbitrary activity launch due to a confused deputy. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android kernelAndroid ID: A-174870704

  • LOW
  • LOCAL
  • HIGH
  • UNCHANGED
  • NONE
  • LOW
  • HIGH
  • HIGH

CWE-610 - Externally Controlled Reference to a Resource in Another Sphere

The product uses an externally controlled name or reference that resolves to a resource that is outside of the intended control sphere.

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Advisory Timeline

  • Published