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CVE-2021-25489

Samsung Mobile Devices Improper Input Validation

3.3 LOWActively exploited (CISA KEV)EPSS 0.53%
  1. Published6 Oct 2021
  2. Added to CISA KEV29 Jun 2023
  3. Remediation due20 Jul 2023
Actively exploited (CISA KEV)

Samsung mobile devices contain an improper input validation vulnerability within the modem interface driver that results in a format string bug leading to kernel panic.

Added to KEV: 29 Jun 2023Federal remediation due: 20 Jul 2023

Description

Assuming radio permission is gained, missing input validation in modem interface driver prior to SMR Oct-2021 Release 1 results in format string bug leading to kernel panic.

CVSS 3.1 breakdown

Attack vectorLocal
Attack complexityLow
Privileges requiredLow
User interactionNone
ScopeUnchanged
ConfidentialityNone
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityLow
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:L

Affected products

Samsung Android10.0 · 11.0 · 8.1 · 9.0

Remediation

No fixed version is recorded in the NVD data. Check the vendor advisory for the latest guidance.

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Frequently asked

Is CVE-2021-25489 being actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2021-25489 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, added 29 Jun 2023.

How severe is CVE-2021-25489?

CVE-2021-25489 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 3.3, rated low. EPSS estimates a 0.53% probability of exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2021-25489?

Affected products include Samsung Android.

How do I fix CVE-2021-25489?

Apply the vendor's patch or advisory guidance, then verify no affected versions remain across your devices.

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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.