CVE-2016-8768
First published: Sun Apr 02 2017(Updated: )
Huawei Honor 6, Honor 6 Plus, Honor 7 phones with software versions earlier than 6.9.16 could allow attackers to disable the PXN defense mechanism by invoking related drive code to crash the system or escalate privilege.
Credit: psirt@huawei.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Huawei Honor 6 Firmware | ||
| Huawei Honor 6 Firmware | ||
| Huawei Honor 6 Plus | ||
| Huawei Honor 6 | ||
| Huawei Honor 7 Lite | ||
| Huawei Honor 7a Firmware |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-8768?
CVE-2016-8768 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential to disable important security mechanisms and escalate privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2016-8768?
To fix CVE-2016-8768, update the affected Huawei Honor devices to software version 6.9.16 or later.
Which Huawei devices are affected by CVE-2016-8768?
CVE-2016-8768 affects Huawei Honor 6, Honor 6 Plus, and Honor 7 phones running firmware versions earlier than 6.9.16.
Could CVE-2016-8768 allow remote attacks?
Yes, CVE-2016-8768 could potentially allow remote attackers to exploit the vulnerability and escalate privileges.
What is the impact of exploiting CVE-2016-8768?
Exploiting CVE-2016-8768 can lead to system crashes or unauthorized privilege escalation on the affected Huawei devices.
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