CVE-2017-0307: Integer Overflow
An elevation of privilege vulnerability in the NVIDIA GPU driver could enable a local malicious application to execute arbitrary code within the context of the kernel. This issue is rated as Critical due to the possibility of a local permanent device compromise, which may require reflashing the operating system to repair the device. Product: Android. Versions: Kernel-3.18. Android ID: A-33177895. References: N-CVE-2017-0307.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-0307?
CVE-2017-0307 is rated as Critical due to the potential for local permanent device compromise.
How do I fix CVE-2017-0307?
To fix CVE-2017-0307, update the NVIDIA GPU driver to the latest version provided by the vendor.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-0307?
CVE-2017-0307 is an elevation of privilege vulnerability affecting NVIDIA GPU drivers.
Which systems are affected by CVE-2017-0307?
CVE-2017-0307 affects systems running specific versions of the NVIDIA GPU driver and certain Linux kernel versions.
Can CVE-2017-0307 lead to remote attacks?
CVE-2017-0307 does not lead to remote attacks; it requires local access to exploit.