CVE-2017-9709 — CRITICAL (9.8)

Vulnerability Description

In Android for MSM, Firefox OS for MSM, QRD Android, with all Android releases from CAF using the Linux kernel, a privilege escalation vulnerability exists in telephony.

CVSS Score

9.8

CRITICAL

CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	-

References

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2017-12-01PatchVendor Advisory
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2017-12-01PatchVendor Advisory

FAQ

What is CVE-2017-9709?

CVE-2017-9709 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). In Android for MSM, Firefox OS for MSM, QRD Android, with all Android releases from CAF using the Linux kernel, a privilege escalation vulnerability exists in telephony.

How severe is CVE-2017-9709?

CVE-2017-9709 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.

Is there a patch for CVE-2017-9709?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Android.