What is the severity of CVE-2017-0434?

CVE-2017-0434 is rated as High severity due to the potential for elevation of privilege that allows execution of arbitrary code.

How do I fix CVE-2017-0434?

To fix CVE-2017-0434, update affected devices to the latest version of Android or appropriate security updates provided by device manufacturers.

Which systems are affected by CVE-2017-0434?

CVE-2017-0434 affects Android versions up to 7.1.1 and the Linux kernel version 3.18.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-0434?

CVE-2017-0434 is an elevation of privilege vulnerability found in the Synaptics touchscreen driver.

Can an attacker exploit CVE-2017-0434 remotely?

No, an attacker must first compromise a privileged process on the local device to exploit CVE-2017-0434.

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CVE-2017-0434

high

7.6

6/2/2017

8/2/2017

20/4/2025

CVE-2017-0434

First published: Mon Feb 06 2017(Updated: )

An elevation of privilege vulnerability in the Synaptics touchscreen driver could enable a local malicious application to execute arbitrary code within the context of the touchscreen chipset. This issue is rated as High because it first requires compromising a privileged process. Product: Android. Versions: Kernel-3.18. Android ID: A-33001936.

Credit: security@android.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Android	<=7.1.1
Linux kernel	=3.18
Android
Linux Kernel	=3.18

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-0434?
CVE-2017-0434 is rated as High severity due to the potential for elevation of privilege that allows execution of arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2017-0434?
To fix CVE-2017-0434, update affected devices to the latest version of Android or appropriate security updates provided by device manufacturers.
Which systems are affected by CVE-2017-0434?
CVE-2017-0434 affects Android versions up to 7.1.1 and the Linux kernel version 3.18.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-0434?
CVE-2017-0434 is an elevation of privilege vulnerability found in the Synaptics touchscreen driver.
Can an attacker exploit CVE-2017-0434 remotely?
No, an attacker must first compromise a privileged process on the local device to exploit CVE-2017-0434.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-0434?
CVE-2017-0434 is rated as High severity due to the potential for elevation of privilege that allows execution of arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2017-0434?
To fix CVE-2017-0434, update affected devices to the latest version of Android or appropriate security updates provided by device manufacturers.
Which systems are affected by CVE-2017-0434?
CVE-2017-0434 affects Android versions up to 7.1.1 and the Linux kernel version 3.18.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-0434?
CVE-2017-0434 is an elevation of privilege vulnerability found in the Synaptics touchscreen driver.
Can an attacker exploit CVE-2017-0434 remotely?
No, an attacker must first compromise a privileged process on the local device to exploit CVE-2017-0434.