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CVE-2021-39748

5.5 · MEDIUM

In InputMethodEditor, there is a possible way to access some files accessible to Settings due to an unsafe PendingIntent.

Published Mar 30, 2022CWE-276EPSS 0.10%

Overview

CVE-2021-39748 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on March 30, 2022 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 5.5 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 5.5, rated MEDIUM. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

In InputMethodEditor, there is a possible way to access some files accessible to Settings due to an unsafe PendingIntent. This could lead to local information disclosure with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-12LAndroid ID: A-203777141

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2021-39748?

CVE-2021-39748 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on March 30, 2022 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 5.5 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2021-39748?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 5.5, rated MEDIUM. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2021-39748?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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