CVE-2017-0560: Infoleak
First published: Mon Apr 03 2017(Updated: )
An information disclosure vulnerability in the factory reset process could enable a local malicious attacker to access data from the previous owner. This issue is rated as Moderate due to the possibility of bypassing device protection. Product: Android. Versions: 4.4.4, 5.0.2, 5.1.1, 6.0, 6.0.1, 7.0, 7.1.1. Android ID: A-30681079.
Credit: security@android.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Android | ||
| Android | =4.0 | |
| Android | =4.0.1 | |
| Android | =4.0.2 | |
| Android | =4.0.3 | |
| Android | =4.0.4 | |
| Android | =4.1 | |
| Android | =4.1.2 | |
| Android | =4.2 | |
| Android | =4.2.1 | |
| Android | =4.2.2 | |
| Android | =4.3 | |
| Android | =4.3.1 | |
| Android | =4.4 | |
| Android | =4.4.1 | |
| Android | =4.4.2 | |
| Android | =4.4.3 | |
| Android | =4.4.4 | |
| 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/+/efdec8f5688ce6b0a287eddb6d5dad93ffa0e1ee
- https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/2017-04-01 (Advisory)
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97360
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038201
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2017-04-01
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-0560?
CVE-2017-0560 is rated as Moderate due to the risk of a local malicious attacker accessing data from the previous owner after a factory reset.
How do I fix CVE-2017-0560?
To remediate CVE-2017-0560, ensure your Android device is updated to the latest version provided by Google that addresses the vulnerability.
Which Android versions are affected by CVE-2017-0560?
CVE-2017-0560 affects multiple Android versions, including 4.4.4, 5.0.2, 5.1.1, 6.0, 6.0.1, 7.0, and several earlier versions.
What type of attack is CVE-2017-0560 associated with?
CVE-2017-0560 is associated with an information disclosure attack that can occur during the factory reset process.
Can a user protect their data from CVE-2017-0560?
Yes, users can protect their data by ensuring they perform factory resets properly and keeping their devices updated to mitigate this vulnerability.
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