CVE-2018-21050: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Apr 08 2020(Updated: )
An issue was discovered on Samsung mobile devices with N(7.x) and O(8.X) (Exynos chipsets) software. There is a Buffer overflow in the esecomm Trustlet, leading to arbitrary code execution. The Samsung ID is SVE-2018-12852 (October 2018).
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Android | =7.0 | |
| Android | =7.1.0 | |
| Android | =7.1.1 | |
| Android | =7.1.2 | |
| Android | =8.0 | |
| Android | =8.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-21050?
CVE-2018-21050 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to potential arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2018-21050?
To mitigate CVE-2018-21050, users should ensure their Samsung mobile devices are updated to the latest security patch provided by Samsung.
What devices are affected by CVE-2018-21050?
CVE-2018-21050 affects Samsung mobile devices running Android N (7.x) and O (8.x) that utilize Exynos chipsets.
What type of attack can exploit CVE-2018-21050?
CVE-2018-21050 can be exploited through a buffer overflow attack leading to arbitrary code execution on the affected devices.
When was CVE-2018-21050 reported?
CVE-2018-21050 was reported in October 2018 as a vulnerability in Samsung mobile devices.
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