Vulnerability Description
While flashing a meta image, a buffer over-read can potentially occur when the number of images are out of the maximum range of 32 in Android releases from CAF using the linux kernel (Android for MSM, Firefox OS for MSM, QRD Android) before security patch level 2018-06-05.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2018-06-01#qualcomm-componentPatchVendor Advisory
- https://source.codeaurora.org/quic/la/abl/tianocore/edk2/commit/?id=1daa83baa41dPatch
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2018-06-01#qualcomm-componentPatchVendor Advisory
- https://source.codeaurora.org/quic/la/abl/tianocore/edk2/commit/?id=1daa83baa41dPatch
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-14872?
CVE-2017-14872 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). While flashing a meta image, a buffer over-read can potentially occur when the number of images are out of the maximum range of 32 in Android releases from CAF using the linux kernel (Android for MSM,...
How severe is CVE-2017-14872?
CVE-2017-14872 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2017-14872?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Android.