CVE-2017-0528: Critical severity android vulnerability

Published Mar 6, 2017
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Updated

An elevation of privilege vulnerability in the kernel security subsystem could enable a local malicious application to to execute code in the context of a privileged process. This issue is rated as High because it is a general bypass for a kernel level defense in depth or exploit mitigation technology. Product: Android. Versions: Kernel-3.18. Android ID: A-33351919.

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-2017-0528?

CVE-2017-0528 is rated as High due to its potential to allow local malicious applications to execute code in privileged contexts.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-0528?

To mitigate CVE-2017-0528, it is recommended to apply security patches and updates provided by your device or software vendor.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2017-0528?

CVE-2017-0528 affects Google Android systems and the Linux Kernel version 3.18.

4

Can CVE-2017-0528 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2017-0528 requires local access for exploitation, meaning it cannot be exploited remotely.

5

What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2017-0528?

CVE-2017-0528 is an elevation of privilege vulnerability specifically in the kernel security subsystem.

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