CVE-2017-13276: Buffer Overflow

Published Apr 2, 2018

Updated

In CProgramConfigReadHeightExt of tpdecasc.cpp, there is a possible stack buffer overflow due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to a remote code execution with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation. Product: Android. Versions: 6.0, 6.0.1, 7.0, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, 8.0, 8.1. Android ID: A-70637599.

Affected Software

8 affected components

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

Apr 2, 2018

CVE Published

via Android·12:00 AM

Data Sourced

via Android·12:00 AM

SeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Apr 4, 2018

CVE Published

via MITRE·04:00 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·04:00 PM

DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-13276?

CVE-2017-13276 is considered high severity due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2017-13276?

To mitigate CVE-2017-13276, update your Android device to the latest security patch provided by Google.

What Android versions are affected by CVE-2017-13276?

CVE-2017-13276 affects Android versions 6.0, 6.0.1, 7.0, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, 8.0, and 8.1.

Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2017-13276?

Yes, user interaction is needed for the exploitation of CVE-2017-13276.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-13276?

CVE-2017-13276 is a stack buffer overflow vulnerability due to a missing bounds check.