CVE-2017-0449
First published: Mon Feb 06 2017(Updated: )
An elevation of privilege vulnerability in the Broadcom Wi-Fi driver could enable a local malicious application to execute arbitrary code within the context of the kernel. This issue is rated as Moderate because it first requires compromising a privileged process and is mitigated by current platform configurations. Product: Android. Versions: Kernel-3.10. Android ID: A-31707909. References: B-RB#32094.
Credit: security@android.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Android | <=7.1.1 | |
| Linux kernel | =3.10 | |
| Android | ||
| Linux Kernel | =3.10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-0449?
CVE-2017-0449 is rated as Moderate due to the requirement of compromising a privileged process.
How do I fix CVE-2017-0449?
To address CVE-2017-0449, ensure that your affected device has the latest security updates applied.
Which platforms are affected by CVE-2017-0449?
CVE-2017-0449 affects Google Android versions up to 7.1.1 and the Linux kernel version 3.10.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-0449?
CVE-2017-0449 is classified as an elevation of privilege vulnerability within the Broadcom Wi-Fi driver.
Can CVE-2017-0449 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2017-0449 cannot be exploited remotely as it requires local access to a privileged process.
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