CVE-2017-2731: Input Validation

Published Nov 22, 2017
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Updated

The vibrator service in P9 Plus smart phones with software versions earlier before VIE-AL10C00B386 has DoS vulnerability. An attacker can tricks a user into installing a malicious application on the smart phone, and send given parameter to smart phone vibrator service interface to crash the system.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Huawei P9 Plus Firmware<vie-al10c00b386
Huawei P9 Plus

Event History

Nov 22, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2017-2731?

CVE-2017-2731 is a DoS vulnerability in the vibrator service of Huawei P9 Plus smart phones with software versions earlier than VIE-AL10C00B386.

2

How does CVE-2017-2731 affect Huawei P9 Plus smart phones?

CVE-2017-2731 allows an attacker to crash the system of Huawei P9 Plus smart phones by sending a specific parameter to the vibrator service interface.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2017-2731?

CVE-2017-2731 has a severity rating of 5.5 (high).

4

How can I fix CVE-2017-2731 on my Huawei P9 Plus smart phone?

To fix CVE-2017-2731, update your Huawei P9 Plus smart phone software to version VIE-AL10C00B386 or later.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2017-2731?

You can find more information about CVE-2017-2731 on the Huawei PSIRT security advisories page at http://www.huawei.com/en/psirt/security-advisories/huawei-sa-20170315-01-smartphone-en.

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