CVE-2017-18656
First published: Tue Apr 07 2020(Updated: )
An issue was discovered on Samsung mobile devices with M(6.0) and N(7.x) software. There is a buffer over-read in a trustlet. The Samsung ID is SVE-2017-8890 (August 2017).
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Android | =6.0 | |
| Android | =7.0 | |
| Android | =7.1.0 | |
| Android | =7.1.1 | |
| Android | =7.1.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-18656?
CVE-2017-18656 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to the potential for a buffer over-read.
How do I fix CVE-2017-18656?
To fix CVE-2017-18656, update your Samsung mobile device to the latest available software version provided by Samsung.
What types of devices are affected by CVE-2017-18656?
CVE-2017-18656 affects Samsung mobile devices running Android versions 6.0 and 7.x.
What happens if I do not address CVE-2017-18656?
Not addressing CVE-2017-18656 may lead to potential data exposure or exploitation vulnerabilities on affected devices.
Is CVE-2017-18656 related to chipset vulnerabilities?
CVE-2017-18656 is related to vulnerabilities in the trustlet software environment, not directly associated with hardware chipset issues.
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