Kernel Overwrite Vulnerability in Qualcomm Android Products
CVE-2017-8261

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Qualcomm
Status
All Qualcomm Products
Vendor
CVE Published:
18 August 2017

What is CVE-2017-8261?

A vulnerability exists in all Qualcomm products utilizing Android releases from the Code Aurora Forum (CAF), where a flaw in the camera driver ioctl may lead to unexpected kernel overwrites. This issue poses a risk for device stability and security, making it crucial for users to stay updated and apply necessary patches.

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Affected Version(s)

All Qualcomm products All Android releases from CAF using the Linux kernel

References

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2017-07-01
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/99465
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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