CVE-2018-11023
First published: Tue Oct 16 2018(Updated: )
kernel/omap/drivers/misc/gcx/gcioctl/gcif.c in the kernel component in Amazon Kindle Fire HD (3rd) Fire OS 4.5.5.3 allows attackers to inject a crafted argument via the argument of an ioctl on device /dev/gcioctl with the command 3222560159 and cause a kernel crash.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Amazon Fire OS | =4.5.5.3 | |
| Amazon Kindle Fire HD | =3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-11023?
CVE-2018-11023 is a vulnerability in the kernel component of Amazon Kindle Fire HD (3rd) Fire OS 4.5.5.3 that allows attackers to inject a crafted argument and cause a kernel crash.
How severe is CVE-2018-11023?
CVE-2018-11023 has a severity rating of 7.5 (high).
How does CVE-2018-11023 affect Amazon Kindle Fire HD?
CVE-2018-11023 affects Amazon Kindle Fire HD (3rd) devices running Fire OS 4.5.5.3.
How can attackers exploit CVE-2018-11023?
Attackers can exploit CVE-2018-11023 by injecting a crafted argument via the argument of an ioctl on device /dev/gcioctl.
Is Amazon Kindle Fire HD (3rd) vulnerable to CVE-2018-11023?
Yes, Amazon Kindle Fire HD (3rd) running Fire OS 4.5.5.3 is vulnerable to CVE-2018-11023.
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