CVE-2021-39815

The PowerVR GPU driver allows unprivileged apps to allocated pinned memory, unpin it (which makes it available to be freed), and continue using the page in GPU…

published August 24, 2022

CVSS
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EPSS
0%
Percentile
34.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ Unprivileged apps can tap into kernel memory like a kid grabbing cookies from the jar! This PowerVR GPU driver vulnerability lets them allocate and unpin memory without breaking a sweat. 🍪 Think of this as a restaurant where patrons can freely rearrange tables and remove items from the menu without permission—chaos ensues when everyone thinks they’re the manager! This vulnerability could lead to kernel memory corruption, potentially crashing the system or allowing malicious apps to execute arbitrary code. The chaos in the kitchen could result in a fantastic mess that affects the entire dining experience!

Put simply

Think of this as a restaurant where patrons can freely rearrange tables and remove items from the menu without permission—chaos ensues when everyone thinks they’re the manager! The PowerVR GPU driver flaw allows unprivileged applications to allocate pinned memory, then unpin it and continue using it with GPU calls, leading to potential memory corruption in the kernel.

What to do

This vulnerability could lead to kernel memory corruption, potentially crashing the system or allowing malicious apps to execute arbitrary code. The chaos in the kitchen could result in a fantastic mess that affects the entire dining experience! It's essential to keep the Android system updated—apply any patches as they become available to mitigate this vulnerability. Additionally, monitor for any unusual app behavior that may indicate exploitation attempts. You've got this! Stay vigilant, keep your system updated, and take charge of your digital kitchen! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00414 · 34.6th percentile
Published
2022-08-24T13:42Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 24 AUG 13:42Z
    The PowerVR GPU driver allows unprivileged apps to allocated pinned memory, unpin it (which makes it available to be freed), and continue using the page in GPU…
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