CVE-2016-8756: Input Validation
First published: Sun Apr 02 2017(Updated: )
ION memory management module in Huawei Mate 8 phones with software NXT-AL10C00B197 and earlier versions, NXT-DL10C00B197 and earlier versions, NXT-TL10C00B197 and earlier versions, NXT-CL10C00B197 and earlier versions allows attackers to cause a denial of service (restart).
Credit: psirt@huawei.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Huawei Mate 8 EMUI 4.1 Firmware | =nxt-al10c00b197 | |
| Huawei Mate 8 EMUI 4.1 Firmware | =nxt-cl10c00b197 | |
| Huawei Mate 8 EMUI 4.1 Firmware | =nxt-dl10c00b197 | |
| Huawei Mate 8 EMUI 4.1 Firmware | =nxt-tl10c00b197 | |
| Huawei Mate 8 firmware |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-8756?
CVE-2016-8756 has been classified as having a high severity due to its potential to cause denial of service attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2016-8756?
To mitigate CVE-2016-8756, users should update their Huawei Mate 8 devices to the latest firmware version that addresses this vulnerability.
What devices are affected by CVE-2016-8756?
CVE-2016-8756 affects Huawei Mate 8 devices with software versions NXT-AL10C00B197, NXT-DL10C00B197, NXT-TL10C00B197, and NXT-CL10C00B197.
What type of attack does CVE-2016-8756 enable?
CVE-2016-8756 allows attackers to execute a denial of service attack, specifically causing the affected device to restart.
Are there any workarounds for CVE-2016-8756?
Currently, the recommended solution for CVE-2016-8756 is to update the firmware, as no known effective workarounds exist.
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