CVE-2017-0389: Input Validation

Published Jan 3, 2017

Updated

A denial of service vulnerability in core networking could enable a remote attacker to use specially crafted network packet to cause a device hang or reboot. This issue is rated as High due to the possibility of remote denial of service. Product: Android. Versions: 6.0, 6.0.1, 7.0, 7.1. Android ID: A-31850211.

Affected Software

5 affected components

Google Android=6.0

Google Android=6.0.1

Google Android=7.0

Google Android=7.1.0

Google Android

Event History

Jan 3, 2017

CVE Published

via Android·12:00 AM

Jan 12, 2017

CVE Published

via MITRE·08:00 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·08:00 PM

DescriptionWeakness

Data Sourced

via NVD·08:59 PM

DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-0389?

CVE-2017-0389 is rated as High due to the potential for remote denial of service.

How do I fix CVE-2017-0389?

Fixing CVE-2017-0389 requires updating to a patched version of Android that addresses the vulnerability.

What versions of Android are affected by CVE-2017-0389?

CVE-2017-0389 affects Android versions 6.0, 6.0.1, 7.0, and 7.1.

What is the impact of CVE-2017-0389 on devices?

CVE-2017-0389 can cause a device hang or reboot if exploited by a remote attacker.

Is CVE-2017-0389 a local or remote vulnerability?

CVE-2017-0389 is a remote vulnerability, allowing attackers to exploit it without physical access to the device.