CVE-2016-8764: Input Validation

Published Apr 2, 2017
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Updated

The TrustZone driver in Huawei P9 phones with software Versions earlier than EVA-AL10C00B352 and P9 Lite with software VNS-L21C185B130 and earlier versions and P8 Lite with software ALE-L02C636B150 and earlier versions has an input validation vulnerability, which allows attackers to read and write user-mode memory data anywhere in the TrustZone driver.

Affected Software

6 affected components
Huawei P9 Firmware
Huawei P9
Huawei P9 Lite Firmware<=vns-l21c185b130
Huawei P9 Lite
Huawei P8 Lite Firmware<=ale-l02c636b150
Huawei P8 Lite

Event History

Apr 2, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-8764?

CVE-2016-8764 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for unauthorized access to sensitive information.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-8764?

To fix CVE-2016-8764, users should update their Huawei P9, P9 Lite, and P8 Lite devices to the latest recommended software versions.

3

Which devices are affected by CVE-2016-8764?

CVE-2016-8764 affects Huawei P9, P9 Lite, and P8 Lite models running specific older software versions.

4

What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2016-8764?

CVE-2016-8764 is an input validation vulnerability in the TrustZone driver.

5

Can CVE-2016-8764 allow remote exploits?

Yes, CVE-2016-8764 could potentially allow attackers to exploit the vulnerability to read and write unauthorized information.

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