Improper Input Validation in Android Settings Allows Misrepresentation of App Adding WiFi Network

Improper Input Validation in Android Settings Allows Misrepresentation of App Adding WiFi Network

CVE-2021-39771 · HIGH Severity

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

In Settings, there is a possible way to misrepresent which app wants to add a wifi network 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-12LAndroid ID: A-198661951

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