CVE-2017-8239

Description

In all Android releases from CAF using the Linux kernel, userspace-controlled parameters for flash initialization are not sanitized potentially leading to exposure of kernel memory.

Category

5.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.12%
Vendor Advisory android.com
Affected: Qualcomm, Inc. All Qualcomm products
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2017-06-01 patch vendor advisory
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2017-11-01
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038623 vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-8239?
CVE-2017-8239 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-8239?
To fix CVE-2017-8239, 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-2017-8239 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2017-8239 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-2017-8239?
CVE-2017-8239 affects Qualcomm, Inc. All Qualcomm products.
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