Confused Deputy Vulnerability in WelcomeActivity.java Allows Local Privilege Escalation

CVE-2021-0445 · HIGH Severity

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

In start of WelcomeActivity.java, there is a possible residual profile 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-11 Android-9Android ID: A-172322502

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