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MEDIUM CISA KEV

CVE-2021-25489

CVSS v3

5.5

MEDIUM

EPSS Score

0.4 %

exploit probability

CISA KEV

Yes

known exploited

Exploitation

SSVC status

Description

Assuming radio permission is gained, missing input validation in modem interface driver prior to SMR Oct-2021 Release 1 results in format string bug leading to kernel panic.

CISA Known Exploited Vulnerability

Date Added
2023-06-29
Patch Due Date
2023-07-20
Ransomware Use
Unknown

Technical details

Published
2021-10-06

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2021-25489?

Assuming radio permission is gained, missing input validation in modem interface driver prior to SMR Oct-2021 Release 1 results in format string bug leading to kernel panic.

Is CVE-2021-25489 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2021-25489 is on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, meaning it has been confirmed as actively exploited in the wild. CISA requires federal agencies to patch by 2023-07-20.

What is the CVSS score for CVE-2021-25489?

CVE-2021-25489 has a CVSS v3 base score of 5.5 (MEDIUM severity).

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