CVE-2017-13255: High severity Google Android vulnerability

Published Mar 5, 2018

Updated

In processserviceattrreq of sdpserver.c, there is an out of bounds write due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to remote code execution with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Product: Android. Versions: 5.1.1, 6.0, 6.0.1, 7.0, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, 8.0, 8.1. Android ID: A-68776054.

Affected Software

9 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=8.1

Google Android

Event History

Mar 5, 2018

CVE Published

via Android·12:00 AM

Data Sourced

via Android·12:00 AM

SeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Apr 4, 2018

CVE Published

via MITRE·05:00 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·05:00 PM

DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-13255?

CVE-2017-13255 has a high severity due to its potential for remote code execution without requiring user interaction.

How do I fix CVE-2017-13255?

To fix CVE-2017-13255, update your Android device to the latest security patch provided by Google.

Which Android versions are affected by CVE-2017-13255?

CVE-2017-13255 affects Android versions 5.1.1, 6.0, 6.0.1, 7.0, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, 8.0, and 8.1.

Can CVE-2017-13255 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2017-13255 can be exploited remotely without requiring any user interaction.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-13255?

CVE-2017-13255 is an out of bounds write vulnerability that can lead to remote code execution.