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CVE-2011-3918

HighPublished

The Zygote process in Android 4.0.3 and earlier accepts fork requests from processes with arbitrary UIDs, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of...

Published: Oct 7, 2012
Updated: Sep 16, 2024
Assigning CNA: Chrome
Evidence observed: Oct 14, 2013

Primary CVSS

7.8/ 10High

nvd · CVSS 2.0

AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:C

EPSS probability estimate

1.4%

Low · next 30 days

Percentile: 69.9%
Model date: Sep 21, 2026

EPSS is a statistical estimate, not a certainty or a measure of impact. Combine it with CVSS, KEV status, exposure and your environment.

Summary

The Zygote process in Android 4.0.3 and earlier accepts fork requests from processes with arbitrary UIDs, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (reboot loop) via a crafted application.

Sources

Android Zygote - Socket and Fork Bomb (Denial of Service)Exploit
Luca Verderame · android · Oct 14, 2013

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