CVE-2021-0553

HIGH

Android 11 - Local Privilege Escalation via AppSwitchPreference UI Bypass

Title source: llm
STIX 2.1

Description

In onBindViewHolder of AppSwitchPreference.java, there is a possible bypass of device admin setttings due to unclear UI. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with User execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-11Android ID: A-169936038

References (1)

Core 1
Core References

Scores

CVSS v3 7.3
EPSS 0.0015
EPSS Percentile 4.4%
Attack Vector LOCAL
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Details

CWE
CWE-74
Status published
Products (1)
google/android 11.0
Published Jun 22, 2021
Tracked Since Feb 18, 2026