CVE-2018-21072
First published: Wed Apr 08 2020(Updated: )
An issue was discovered on Samsung mobile devices with M(6.0), N(7.x), and O(8.0) (Exynos chipsets) software. A kernel driver allows out-of-bounds Read/Write operations and possibly arbitrary code execution. The Samsung ID is SVE-2018-11358 (May 2018).
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Android | =6.0 | |
| Android | =7.0 | |
| Android | =7.1.0 | |
| Android | =7.1.1 | |
| Android | =7.1.2 | |
| Android | =8.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-21072?
CVE-2018-21072 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability that could lead to arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2018-21072?
To fix CVE-2018-21072, users should update their Samsung devices to the latest software version provided by Samsung.
What devices are affected by CVE-2018-21072?
CVE-2018-21072 affects Samsung mobile devices running Android versions 6.0 (Marshmallow), 7.x (Nougat), and 8.0 (Oreo) with Exynos chipsets.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-21072?
CVE-2018-21072 involves an issue in a kernel driver that allows out-of-bounds Read/Write operations.
Can CVE-2018-21072 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2018-21072 may allow for arbitrary code execution, which can potentially be exploited remotely under certain conditions.
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