CVE-2016-8794: 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 Software | Affected Version | How 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-2016-8794?
CVE-2016-8794 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential impact on user data security.
How do I fix CVE-2016-8794?
To fix CVE-2016-8794, users should update their Huawei Mate 8 and Mate S devices to the latest software versions provided by Huawei.
What devices are affected by CVE-2016-8794?
CVE-2016-8794 affects Huawei Mate 8 and Mate S phones with specific software versions prior to the recommended updates.
What is the potential impact of CVE-2016-8794?
The potential impact of CVE-2016-8794 includes unauthorized access to sensitive information on affected devices.
Are there any workarounds for CVE-2016-8794?
There are no specific workarounds for CVE-2016-8794; the recommended action is to update the device firmware.
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