CVE-2021-0591 (High) detected in multiple libraries

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CVE-2021-0591 - High Severity Vulnerability

Vulnerable Libraries - Settingsandroid-10.0.0_r33, Settingsandroid-10.0.0_r33, Settingsandroid-10.0.0_r33

Vulnerability Details

In sendReplyIntentToReceiver of BluetoothPermissionActivity.java, there is a possible way to invoke privileged broadcast receivers due to a confused deputy. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with User execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-9 Android-10 Android-11 Android-8.1Android ID: A-179386960

Publish Date: 2021-08-17

URL: CVE-2021-0591

CVSS 3 Score Details (7.3)

Base Score Metrics: - Exploitability Metrics: - Attack Vector: Local - Attack Complexity: Low - Privileges Required: Low - User Interaction: Required - Scope: Unchanged - Impact Metrics: - Confidentiality Impact: High - Integrity Impact: High - Availability Impact: High

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:heavy_check_mark: This issue was automatically closed by Mend because the vulnerable library in the specific branch(es) was either marked as ignored or it is no longer part of the Mend inventory.

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:information_source: This issue was automatically re-opened by Mend because the vulnerable library in the specific branch(es) has been detected in the Mend inventory.