CVE-2021-25501

CVE-2021-25501 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Google Android with a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.7. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-284.

Key facts

Description

An improper access control vulnerability in SCloudBnRReceiver in SecTelephonyProvider prior to SMR Nov-2021 Release 1 allows untrusted application to call some protected providers.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2021-25501?
An improper access control vulnerability in SCloudBnRReceiver in SecTelephonyProvider prior to SMR Nov-2021 Release 1 allows untrusted application to call some protected providers.
How severe is CVE-2021-25501?
CVE-2021-25501 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.7, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity none, and availability low.
Is CVE-2021-25501 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (1st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2021-25501?
CVE-2021-25501 primarily affects Google Android. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2021-25501?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2021-25501 published?
CVE-2021-25501 was published on 2021-11-05 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (2)

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