CVE-2017-0498
First published: Mon Mar 06 2017(Updated: )
A denial of service vulnerability in Setup Wizard could allow a local attacker to require Google account sign-in after a factory reset. This issue is rated as Moderate because it may require a factory reset to repair the device. Product: Android. Versions: 5.1.1, 6.0, 6.0.1, 7.0, 7.1.1. Android ID: A-30352311.
Credit: security@android.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Android | ||
| Android | =5.0 | |
| Android | =5.0.1 | |
| Android | =5.0.2 | |
| Android | =5.1 | |
| Android | =5.1.0 | |
| Android | =5.1.1 | |
| Android | =6.0 | |
| Android | =6.0.1 | |
| Android | =7.0 | |
| Android | =7.1.0 | |
| Android | =7.1.1 |
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Reference Links
- https://android.googlesource.com/platform/frameworks/base/+/1c4d535d0806dbeb6d2fa5cea0373cbd9ab6d33b
- https://android.googlesource.com/platform/frameworks/base/+/5f621b5b1549e8379aee05807652d5111382ccc6
- https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/2017-03-01 (Advisory)
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96793
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037968
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2017-03-01
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2017-03-01.html
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-0498?
CVE-2017-0498 is rated as Moderate due to its potential to cause denial of service requiring a factory reset.
What versions of Android are affected by CVE-2017-0498?
CVE-2017-0498 affects Android versions 5.1.1, 6.0, 6.0.1, 7.0, and 7.1.1.
How do I fix CVE-2017-0498?
To fix CVE-2017-0498, you may need to perform a factory reset on your device.
Can CVE-2017-0498 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2017-0498 requires local access to exploit the vulnerability.
What symptoms might indicate exploitation of CVE-2017-0498?
Exploitation of CVE-2017-0498 may lead to unexpected Google account sign-in requests after a factory reset.
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