7.5
CWE
476
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2014-3164: Null Pointer Dereference

First published: Wed Oct 18 2017(Updated: )

cmds/servicemanager/service_manager.c in Android before commit 7d42a3c31ba78a418f9bdde0e0ab951469f321b5 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference, or out-of-bounds write) via vectors related to binder passed lengths.

Credit: cve-coordination@google.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Android<=4.4.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2014-3164?

    CVE-2014-3164 has a severity rating that indicates it can lead to denial of service due to NULL pointer dereference or out-of-bounds write issues.

  • How do I fix CVE-2014-3164?

    To fix CVE-2014-3164, update your Android device to a version later than 4.4.4 that includes the security patch.

  • Which versions of Android are affected by CVE-2014-3164?

    CVE-2014-3164 affects Android versions up to 4.4.4 before the security patch was applied.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2014-3164?

    CVE-2014-3164 is a vulnerability that can cause denial of service due to improper handling of binder passed lengths.

  • Who can exploit CVE-2014-3164?

    An attacker with local access to the affected Android device can exploit CVE-2014-3164 to cause a denial of service.

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