CWE
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Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2011-3874: Buffer Overflow

First published: Fri Jan 27 2012(Updated: )

Stack-based buffer overflow in libsysutils in Android 2.2.x through 2.2.2 and 2.3.x through 2.3.6 allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an application that calls the FrameworkListener::dispatchCommand method with the wrong number of arguments, as demonstrated by zergRush to trigger a use-after-free error.

Credit: cve-coordination@google.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Android=2.2
Android=2.2-rev1
Android=2.2.1
Android=2.2.2
Android=2.3
Android=2.3-rev1
Android=2.3.1
Android=2.3.2
Android=2.3.3
Android=2.3.4
Android=2.3.5
Android=2.3.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2011-3874?

    CVE-2011-3874 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

  • How do I fix CVE-2011-3874?

    The best fix for CVE-2011-3874 is to upgrade your Android version to a secure release that addresses this buffer overflow issue.

  • What systems are affected by CVE-2011-3874?

    CVE-2011-3874 impacts Android versions 2.2.x to 2.3.6.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2011-3874?

    CVE-2011-3874 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability that can be exploited through certain application commands.

  • Can CVE-2011-3874 be exploited without user interaction?

    CVE-2011-3874 typically requires user-assisted interaction to exploit, such as running a malicious application.

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