CVE-2017-0455: Infoleak

Published Mar 6, 2017
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Updated

An information disclosure vulnerability in the Qualcomm bootloader could help to enable a local malicious application to to execute arbitrary code within the context of the bootloader. This issue is rated as High because it is a general bypass for a bootloader level defense in depth or exploit mitigation technology. Product: Android. Versions: Kernel-3.18. Android ID: A-32370952. References: QC-CR#1082755.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Google Android
Linux Linux Kernel=3.18

Event History

Mar 6, 2017
CVE Published
via Android·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Android·12:00 AM
SeverityAffected Software
Mar 8, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 AM
DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-0455?

CVE-2017-0455 is rated as High due to its potential to allow local malicious applications to execute arbitrary code within the Qualcomm bootloader.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-0455?

To fix CVE-2017-0455, update your Android device or Linux kernel to the latest security patches provided by the vendors.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2017-0455?

CVE-2017-0455 affects Android devices using Qualcomm bootloaders and Linux kernel version 3.18.

4

What are the risks of CVE-2017-0455?

The risks of CVE-2017-0455 include potential unauthorized access and execution of arbitrary code at the bootloader level.

5

Can CVE-2017-0455 be exploited remotely?

No, CVE-2017-0455 primarily requires local access to exploit the vulnerability.

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