Vulnerability Description
In ashmem_ioctl of ashmem.c, there is an out-of-bounds write due to insufficient locking when accessing asma. This could lead to a local elevation of privilege enabling code execution as a privileged process with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Product: Android. Versions: Android kernel. Android ID: A-66954097.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102390Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040106Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2018-01-01Vendor Advisory
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/43464/Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102390Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040106Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2018-01-01Vendor Advisory
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/43464/Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-13216?
CVE-2017-13216 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). In ashmem_ioctl of ashmem.c, there is an out-of-bounds write due to insufficient locking when accessing asma. This could lead to a local elevation of privilege enabling code execution as a privileged ...
How severe is CVE-2017-13216?
CVE-2017-13216 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2017-13216?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Android.