CVE-2017-0437
HighSummary
CVE-2017-0437 is a privilege escalation vulnerability in the Qualcomm Wi-Fi driver that could allow a local malicious application to execute arbitrary code within the kernel context. This issue is rated as High because it first requires compromising a privileged process.
Risk Assessment
This vulnerability poses a significant security risk, potentially allowing attackers to gain full control over the operating system. Consequently, it could lead to data theft or the introduction of malware.
Recommendation
It is recommended to update the Android system to the latest version to mitigate this vulnerability. Additionally, monitoring and restricting access to privileged applications can help minimize the risk.
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Original NVD description (English source)
An elevation of privilege vulnerability in the Qualcomm Wi-Fi driver could enable a local malicious application to execute arbitrary code within the context of the kernel. This issue is rated as High because it first requires compromising a privileged process. Product: Android. Versions: Kernel-3.10, Kernel-3.18. Android ID: A-32402310. References: QC-CR#1092497.