CVE-2017-0781: Buffer Overflow

Published Sep 5, 2017
·
Updated

A remote code execution vulnerability in the Android system (bluetooth). Product: Android. Versions: 4.4.4, 5.0.2, 5.1.1, 6.0, 6.0.1, 7.0, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, 8.0. Android ID: A-63146105.

Affected Software

31 affected components
Google Android=4.0
Google Android=4.0.1
Google Android=4.0.2
Google Android=4.0.3
Google Android=4.0.4
Google Android=4.1
Google Android=4.1.2
Google Android=4.2
Google Android=4.2.1
Google Android=4.2.2
Google Android=4.3
Google Android=4.3.1
Google Android=4.4
Google Android=4.4.1
Google Android=4.4.2
Google Android=4.4.3
Google Android=4.4.4
Google Android=5.0
Google Android=5.0.1
Google Android=5.0.2
Google Android=5.1
Google Android=5.1.0
Google Android=5.1.1
Google Android=6.0
Google Android=6.0.1
Google Android=7.0
Google Android=7.1.0
Google Android=7.1.1
Google Android=7.1.2
Google Android=8.0
Google Android

Event History

Sep 5, 2017
CVE Published
via Android·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Android·12:00 AM
SeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Sep 14, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-0781?

CVE-2017-0781 has been assigned a critical severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-0781?

To fix CVE-2017-0781, update your Android device to the latest security patch provided by Google.

3

Which Android versions are affected by CVE-2017-0781?

CVE-2017-0781 affects multiple Android versions, including 4.4.4, 5.0.2, 5.1.1, 6.0, 6.0.1, 7.0, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, and 8.0.

4

Can CVE-2017-0781 be exploited through Bluetooth?

Yes, CVE-2017-0781 is a vulnerability that can be exploited via the Bluetooth protocol in affected Android versions.

5

What should I do if my Android device cannot be updated to fix CVE-2017-0781?

If your Android device cannot be updated to fix CVE-2017-0781, consider using alternative measures such as disabling Bluetooth when not in use to mitigate the risk.

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