Heap Write Vulnerability in Qualcomm Android Products
CVE-2017-8272

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

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

Summary

A security vulnerability exists in Qualcomm products running Android releases from the Code Aurora Forum (CAF). In specific driver functions, insufficient validation of user-supplied values can lead to an out of bounds heap write. This flaw may allow attackers to exploit memory corruption vulnerabilities, potentially gaining unauthorized access or causing denial of service. Users should ensure that their devices are updated with the latest security patches to mitigate risks associated with this issue.

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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