Improper Input Validation in DeviceAdminAdd.java Allows for Unauthorized Device Admin Activation

Improper Input Validation in DeviceAdminAdd.java Allows for Unauthorized Device Admin Activation

CVE-2021-0600 · HIGH Severity

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

In onCreate of DeviceAdminAdd.java, there is a possible way to mislead a user to activate a device admin app due to improper input validation. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-8.1 Android-9 Android-10 Android-11Android ID: A-179042963

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