CVE-2017-0338: Critical severity android vulnerability
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-33057977. References: N-CVE-2017-0338.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-0338?
CVE-2017-0338 is rated as Critical due to its potential for local device compromise.
How do I fix CVE-2017-0338?
To fix CVE-2017-0338, you should update the NVIDIA GPU driver to the latest version provided by your vendor.
Which systems are affected by CVE-2017-0338?
CVE-2017-0338 affects the Linux Kernel version 3.18 and Android devices.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-0338?
CVE-2017-0338 is an elevation of privilege vulnerability that allows local malicious applications to execute arbitrary code.
What could happen if CVE-2017-0338 is exploited?
Exploitation of CVE-2017-0338 could result in a permanent compromise of the device, potentially requiring reflashing of the operating system.