CVE-2017-18690: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue Apr 07 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) (Exynos54xx, Exynos7420, Exynos8890, or Exynos8895 chipsets) software. There is a buffer overflow in the sensor hub. The Samsung ID is SVE-2016-7484 (January 2017).
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Google Android | =4.4 | |
| Google Android | =5.0 | |
| Google Android | =5.1 | |
| Google Android | =6.0 | |
| Google Android | =7.0 | |
| Samsung Exynos 5410 | ||
| Samsung Exynos 5420 | ||
| Samsung Exynos 5422 | ||
| Samsung Exynos 5430 | ||
| Samsung Exynos 5450 | ||
| Samsung Exynos 7420 | ||
| Samsung Exynos 8890 | ||
| Samsung Exynos 8895 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this issue?
The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2017-18690.
What is the severity of CVE-2017-18690?
The severity of CVE-2017-18690 is critical with a CVSS score of 9.8.
Which Samsung mobile devices are affected by CVE-2017-18690?
Samsung mobile devices with KK(4.4), L(5.0/5.1), M(6.0), and N(7.0) (Exynos54xx, Exynos7420, Exynos8890, or Exynos8895 chipsets) software are affected by CVE-2017-18690.
What is the vulnerability description for CVE-2017-18690?
CVE-2017-18690 is a buffer overflow vulnerability in the sensor hub of Samsung mobile devices with KK(4.4), L(5.0/5.1), M(6.0), and N(7.0) software.
How can I fix CVE-2017-18690?
To fix CVE-2017-18690, it is recommended to apply the security update provided by Samsung. Please refer to the official Samsung Mobile Security website for more information.
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