High severity7.3NVD Advisory· Published Dec 15, 2021· Updated Jun 17, 2026
CVE-2021-1016
CVE-2021-1016
Description
In onCreate of UsbPermissionActivity.java, there is a possible way to grant an app access to USB without informed user consent due to a tapjacking/overlay attack. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with User execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-12Android ID: A-183610267
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Affected products
2- Android/Androiddescription
Patches
Vulnerability mechanics
References
1- source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2021-12-01nvdVendor Advisory
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