Vulnerability Description
In setAllowOnlyVpnForUids of NetworkManagementService.java, there is a possible security settings bypass due to a missing permission check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege allowing users to access non-VPN networks, when they are supposed to be restricted to the VPN networks, with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | 7.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2018-05-01PatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-13314?
CVE-2017-13314 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). In setAllowOnlyVpnForUids of NetworkManagementService.java, there is a possible security settings bypass due to a missing permission check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege allowing us...
How severe is CVE-2017-13314?
CVE-2017-13314 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-2017-13314?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Android.