In ep_loop_check_proc of eventpoll.c, there is a possible way to corrupt memory due to a use after free. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android kernelAndroid ID: A-204573007References: Upstream kernel
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| https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2021-11-01 | Patch Vendor Advisory |
| https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2021-11-01 | Patch Vendor Advisory |
| https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2021-1048 | Third Party Advisory US Government Resource |
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Information
Published : 2021-12-15 19:15
Updated : 2025-10-23 14:53
NVD link : CVE-2021-1048
Mitre link : CVE-2021-1048
CVE.ORG link : CVE-2021-1048
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Products Affected
- android
CWE
CWE-416
Use After Free
