CVE-2021-25487

Samsung mobile devices contain an out-of-bounds read vulnerability within the modem interface driver due to a lack of boundary checking of a buffer…

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CISA KEV
Yes — actively exploited (added 2023-06-29, remediation due 2023-07-20)
Weakness (CWE)
CWE-125

Description

Samsung mobile devices contain an out-of-bounds read vulnerability within the modem interface driver due to a lack of boundary checking of a buffer in set_skb_priv(), leading to remote code execution by dereference of an invalid function pointer.

Affected products

Affected ranges per NVD CPE data; confirm exact versions in the vendor advisory.

Required action (CISA)

Apply updates per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if updates are unavailable Federal remediation deadline: 2023-07-20.

How to prioritize this

This vulnerability is on the CISA KEV list, meaning it is being actively exploited — treat it as urgent regardless of the raw CVSS number. Use the live CVE lookup for the latest NVD data, and the CVSS 3.1 calculator to model your own environmental score.

FAQ

Is CVE-2021-25487 actively exploited?

Yes. CISA added CVE-2021-25487 to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog on 2023-06-29, with a federal remediation deadline of 2023-07-20. A KEV listing means real-world exploitation is confirmed, so patching this should be prioritized above many higher-CVSS bugs that aren't being exploited.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2021-25487?

CVE-2021-25487 has no published CVSS base score yet — NVD analysis can lag disclosure. Check the vendor references for an interim severity.

Related vulnerabilities

Data source: NVD & CISA KEV. Shown as-is; nothing added. Last generated from NVD data — re-check the live tool for updates.