CVE-2017-18660: Buffer Overflow
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 overflow in tlc_server. The Samsung ID is SVE-2017-8888 (July 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-2017-18660?
CVE-2017-18660 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for causing device instability through buffer overflow.
How do I fix CVE-2017-18660?
To fix CVE-2017-18660, update Samsung mobile devices to the latest firmware version provided by Samsung.
Which devices are affected by CVE-2017-18660?
CVE-2017-18660 affects specific Samsung mobile devices running Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) and versions 7.0 through 7.1.2 (Nougat).
What is the impact of CVE-2017-18660?
The impact of CVE-2017-18660 can include potential remote code execution or unauthorized access resulting from the buffer overflow.
When was CVE-2017-18660 disclosed?
CVE-2017-18660 was disclosed in July 2017 as part of the Samsung security updates.
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