CVE-2017-18682: High severity android vulnerability

Published Apr 7, 2020

Updated

An issue was discovered on Samsung mobile devices with KK(4.4), L(5.0/5.1), M(6.0), and N(7.0) software. Because of incorrect exception handling and an unprotected intent, AudioService can cause a system crash, The Samsung IDs are SVE-2017-8114, SVE-2017-8116, and SVE-2017-8117 (March 2017).

Affected Software

5 affected components

Google Android=4.4

Google Android=5.0

Google Android=5.1

Google Android=6.0

Google Android=7.0

Event History

Apr 7, 2020

CVE Published

via MITRE·02:24 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·02:24 PM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-18682?

CVE-2017-18682 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential to cause system crashes.

How do I fix CVE-2017-18682?

To fix CVE-2017-18682, users should update their Samsung mobile device to the latest software version provided by Samsung.

Which devices are affected by CVE-2017-18682?

CVE-2017-18682 affects Samsung mobile devices running Android versions 4.4, 5.0, 5.1, 6.0, and 7.0.

What is the impact of CVE-2017-18682?

The impact of CVE-2017-18682 includes potential system crashes due to incorrect exception handling within the AudioService.

When was CVE-2017-18682 discovered?

CVE-2017-18682 was discovered in March 2017.