CVE-2016-8759: Buffer Overflow
First published: Sun Apr 02 2017(Updated: )
Video driver in Huawei P9 phones with software versions before EVA-AL10C00B192 and Huawei Honor 6 phones with software versions before H60-L02_6.10.1 has a stack overflow vulnerability, which allows attackers to crash the system or escalate user privilege.
Credit: psirt@huawei.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Huawei P9 Firmware | ||
| Huawei P9 Firmware | ||
| Huawei P9 plus | ||
| Huawei P9 Plus | ||
| Huawei Honor 6 Firmware | ||
| Huawei Honor 6 Firmware |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-8759?
CVE-2016-8759 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for system crashes and privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2016-8759?
To fix CVE-2016-8759, update your Huawei P9 or Honor 6 to the latest software version EVA-AL10C00B192 or H60-L02_6.10.1 respectively.
In which devices is CVE-2016-8759 present?
CVE-2016-8759 is present in Huawei P9 and Honor 6 devices running specific vulnerable software versions prior to the updates.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-8759?
CVE-2016-8759 is a stack overflow vulnerability found in the video driver of affected Huawei smartphones.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2016-8759?
The potential impacts of CVE-2016-8759 include crashing the system or escalating user privileges.
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