CVE-2017-5538: Critical severity Samsung Samsung Mobile vulnerability
The kbasedispatch function in arm/t7xx/r5p0/malikbasecorelinux.c in the GPU driver on Samsung devices with M(6.0) and N(7.0) software and Exynos AP chipsets allows attackers to have unspecified impact via unknown vectors, which trigger an out-of-bounds read, aka SVE-2016-6362.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-5538?
The severity of CVE-2017-5538 is considered high due to the potential for an out-of-bounds read that can be exploited.
How do I fix CVE-2017-5538?
To mitigate CVE-2017-5538, ensure that your Samsung device is updated to the latest software version offered by Samsung.
What devices are affected by CVE-2017-5538?
CVE-2017-5538 affects Samsung devices running the M(6.0) and N(7.0) versions of the Samsung Mobile software.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2017-5538?
The potential impacts of CVE-2017-5538 include unspecified vulnerabilities that could be triggered via unknown vectors.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2017-5538?
Currently, the best workaround for CVE-2017-5538 is to ensure that devices are updated and patched as recommended by Samsung.