7.1
CWE
284 20
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2016-8791: Input Validation

First published: Sun Apr 02 2017(Updated: )

Huawei Mate 8 phones with software Versions before NXT-AL10C00B386, Versions before NXT-CL00C92B386, Versions before NXT-DL00C17B386, Versions before NXT-TL00C01B386; Mate S phones with software Versions before CRR-CL00C92B368, Versions before CRR-CL20C92B368, Versions before CRR-TL00C01B368, Versions before CRR-UL00C00B368, Versions before CRR-UL20C00B368; and P8 phones with software Versions before GRA-TL00C01B366, Versions before GRA-CL00C92B366, Versions before GRA-CL10C92B366, Versions before GRA-UL00C00B366, Versions before GRA-UL10C00B366 allow attackers with graphic or Camera privilege to crash the system or escalate privilege.

Credit: psirt@huawei.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Huawei Mate S firmware
Huawei Mate S firmware
Huawei Mate 8 EMUI 4.1 Firmware
Huawei Mate 8 firmware
Huawei P8 Smartphone Firmware
Huawei P8 ALE-UL00

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2016-8791?

    CVE-2016-8791 has a high severity rating due to the potential for unauthorized access to sensitive information.

  • How do I fix CVE-2016-8791?

    To fix CVE-2016-8791, update your Huawei Mate 8 or Mate S device to the latest software version available from Huawei.

  • Which devices are affected by CVE-2016-8791?

    The affected devices include Huawei Mate 8 and Mate S phones running specific outdated software versions.

  • What types of vulnerabilities does CVE-2016-8791 represent?

    CVE-2016-8791 represents vulnerabilities related to improper input validation leading to potential information exposure.

  • Is there a workaround for CVE-2016-8791?

    Currently, the best approach is to ensure your device software is up to date since there are no documented workarounds.

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