CVE-2017-18677
First published: Tue Apr 07 2020(Updated: )
An issue was discovered on Samsung mobile devices with M(6.0) and N(7.x) software. Because of an unprotected Intent, an attacker can reset the configuration of certain applications. The Samsung ID is SVE-2016-7142 (April 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-2017-18677?
CVE-2017-18677 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for attackers to reset application configurations.
How do I fix CVE-2017-18677?
To fix CVE-2017-18677, update your Samsung mobile device to the latest security patch provided by Samsung.
Which systems are affected by CVE-2017-18677?
CVE-2017-18677 affects Samsung mobile devices running Android versions 6.0 and 7.x.
What can an attacker do with CVE-2017-18677?
An attacker exploiting CVE-2017-18677 can reset the configuration of certain applications, potentially leading to loss of user settings.
Was CVE-2017-18677 reported for any specific Samsung ID?
Yes, CVE-2017-18677 corresponds to Samsung ID SVE-2016-7142, reported in April 2017.
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