CVE-2017-13156: Malicious File Upload
Published Dec 4, 2017
·Updated
An elevation of privilege vulnerability in the Android system (art). Product: Android. Versions: 5.1.1, 6.0, 6.0.1, 7.0, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, 8.0. Android ID A-64211847.
Affected Software
8 affected components
Google Android=5.1.1
Google Android=6.0
Google Android=6.0.1
Google Android=7.0
Google Android=7.1.1
Google Android=7.1.2
Google Android=8.0
Google Android
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Dec 4, 2017
CVE Published
via Android·12:00 AM
Dec 6, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2017-13156?
CVE-2017-13156 is classified as an elevation of privilege vulnerability in the Android system.
2
How do I fix CVE-2017-13156?
To fix CVE-2017-13156, users should update their Android devices to the latest security patch provided by Google.
3
Which versions of Android are affected by CVE-2017-13156?
CVE-2017-13156 affects Android versions 5.1.1, 6.0, 6.0.1, 7.0, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, and 8.0.
4
What are the risks associated with CVE-2017-13156?
The risks associated with CVE-2017-13156 include unauthorized access to sensitive data and potential system compromise.
5
Is CVE-2017-13156 specific to any device manufacturer?
CVE-2017-13156 is not specific to any device manufacturer as it affects the general Android operating system across various devices.