Use-After-Free Vulnerability in Samsung Exynos fimg2d Driver for Android
CVE-2016-9279

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Samsung
Status
Exynos Fimg2d Driver
Vendor
CVE Published:
18 January 2017

Summary

A use-after-free vulnerability in the Exynos fimg2d driver affects certain Android devices with Exynos 5433, 54xx, and 7420 chipsets. This flaw may allow attackers to gain access to sensitive information through unspecified methods. The vulnerability highlights the importance of timely updates and security measures in Android ecosystems, particularly for devices leveraging Samsung's Exynos architecture.

References

http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/11/11/11
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http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/11/09/3
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94283
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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