CVE-2015-7740: Input Validation
Huawei P7 before P7-L00C17B851, P7-L05C00B851, and P7-L09C92B851 and P8 ALE-UL00 before ALE-UL00B211 allows local users to cause a denial of service (OS crash) via vectors involving an application that passes crafted input to the GPU driver.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-7740?
The severity of CVE-2015-7740 is considered to be high due to its potential to cause denial of service by crashing the operating system.
How do I fix CVE-2015-7740?
To fix CVE-2015-7740, it is recommended to update the Huawei P7 or P8 ALE-UL00 firmware to the latest version provided by Huawei.
Which devices are affected by CVE-2015-7740?
CVE-2015-7740 affects Huawei P7 devices before specific firmware versions and Huawei P8 ALE-UL00 devices before a certain firmware update.
What is the impact of CVE-2015-7740?
The impact of CVE-2015-7740 is a denial of service condition that can lead to an OS crash when exploiting the vulnerability.
Can CVE-2015-7740 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2015-7740 requires local access in order to exploit the vulnerability, making it less likely to be exploited remotely.