Auth bypass in Google Android

CVE-2021-0319

In checkCallerIsSystemOr of CompanionDeviceManagerService.java, there is a possible way to get a nearby Bluetooth device's MAC address without appropriate permissions due to a permissions bypass. This could lead to local escalation of privilege that grants access to nearby MAC addresses, with User execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation. Product: Android; Versions: Android-8.0, Android-8.1, Android-9, Android-10, Android-11; Android ID: A-167244818.

Vulnerability class: Broken Access Control

EPSS: 0.003 (17.2th percentile) — read the EPSS interpretation.

CVSS v3 metric

CVSS v3 base score 7.3 (High). Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H.

Affected products

  • Google Android — versions 8.0, 8.1, 9.0
  • N/a Android — versions Android-8.0, Android-8.1, Android-9

Weakness classification (CWE)

Public proof-of-concept exploits

References

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2021-0319?
CVE-2021-0319 is a high-severity vulnerability in Google Android, classified under Incorrect Authorization. CVSS score: 7.3/10. Published 2021-01-11.
How severe is CVE-2021-0319?
High severity. CVSS v3 base score is 7.3 out of 10.
Is CVE-2021-0319 known to be exploited?
14 public proof-of-concept repositories are indexed. Not currently listed in the CISA KEV catalog.