CVE-2017-8159

Description

Some Huawei smartphones with software AGS-L09C233B019,AGS-W09C233B019,KOB-L09C233B017,KOB-W09C233B012 have a type confusion vulnerability. The program initializes a variable using one type, but it later accesses that variable using a type that is different with the original type when do certain register operation. Successful exploit could result in buffer overflow then may cause malicious code execution.

Category

7.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.19%
Vendor Advisory huawei.com
Affected: Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. Agassi-L09HN,Agassi-W09HN,Kobe-L09AHN,Kobe-W09CHN,
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-8159?
CVE-2017-8159 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-8159?
To fix CVE-2017-8159, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2017-8159 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2017-8159 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2017-8159?
CVE-2017-8159 affects Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. Agassi-L09HN,Agassi-W09HN,Kobe-L09AHN,Kobe-W09CHN,.
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