What is the severity of CVE-2017-18661?

CVE-2017-18661 has been classified with a moderate severity due to potential impacts from the buffer overflow.

How do I fix CVE-2017-18661?

To fix CVE-2017-18661, ensure your Samsung mobile device is updated to the latest security patch provided by Samsung.

Which devices are affected by CVE-2017-18661?

CVE-2017-18661 affects Samsung mobile devices running Android versions 6.0 and 7.x.

What is the impact of CVE-2017-18661 on my device?

The impact of CVE-2017-18661 may allow an attacker to exploit the buffer overflow, potentially compromising device security.

When was CVE-2017-18661 disclosed?

CVE-2017-18661 was disclosed in July 2017 along with the related Samsung ID SVE-2017-8973.

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CVE-2017-18661

critical

9.8

CWE

120 119

7/4/2020

5/8/2024

CVE-2017-18661: 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 process_cipher_tdea. The Samsung ID is SVE-2017-8973 (July 2017).

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Google Android	=6.0
Google Android	=7.0
Google Android	=7.1.0
Google Android	=7.1.1
Google Android	=7.1.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-18661?
CVE-2017-18661 has been classified with a moderate severity due to potential impacts from the buffer overflow.
How do I fix CVE-2017-18661?
To fix CVE-2017-18661, ensure your Samsung mobile device is updated to the latest security patch provided by Samsung.
Which devices are affected by CVE-2017-18661?
CVE-2017-18661 affects Samsung mobile devices running Android versions 6.0 and 7.x.
What is the impact of CVE-2017-18661 on my device?
The impact of CVE-2017-18661 may allow an attacker to exploit the buffer overflow, potentially compromising device security.
When was CVE-2017-18661 disclosed?
CVE-2017-18661 was disclosed in July 2017 along with the related Samsung ID SVE-2017-8973.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-18661?
CVE-2017-18661 has been classified with a moderate severity due to potential impacts from the buffer overflow.
How do I fix CVE-2017-18661?
To fix CVE-2017-18661, ensure your Samsung mobile device is updated to the latest security patch provided by Samsung.
Which devices are affected by CVE-2017-18661?
CVE-2017-18661 affects Samsung mobile devices running Android versions 6.0 and 7.x.
What is the impact of CVE-2017-18661 on my device?
The impact of CVE-2017-18661 may allow an attacker to exploit the buffer overflow, potentially compromising device security.
When was CVE-2017-18661 disclosed?
CVE-2017-18661 was disclosed in July 2017 along with the related Samsung ID SVE-2017-8973.