CVE-2017-0507
HighSummary
A vulnerability in the ION subsystem of the kernel allows a local malicious application to execute arbitrary code within the context of the kernel. This issue is rated as Critical due to the possibility of a local permanent device compromise.
Risk Assessment
The risk to the organization is that a local attacker could gain full control over the device, potentially leading to data loss and security breaches.
Recommendation
It is recommended to update the operating system to the latest version to patch this vulnerability and to monitor devices for malicious applications.
Other vulnerabilities in Kernel ION subsystem
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A vulnerability in the kernel ION subsystem allows a local malicious application to execute arbitrary code within the context of the kernel. This issue is rated as Critical due to the possibility of a local permanent device compromise.
- CVE-2017-0508High
A vulnerability in the kernel ION subsystem allows a local malicious application to execute arbitrary code within the context of the kernel. This issue is rated as Critical due to the possibility of a local permanent device compromise.
Original NVD description (English source)
An elevation of privilege vulnerability in the kernel ION subsystem could enable a local malicious application to execute arbitrary code within the context of the kernel. This issue is rated as Critical due to the possibility of a local permanent device compromise, which may require reflashing the operating system to repair the device. Product: Android. Versions: Kernel-3.10, Kernel-3.18. Android ID: A-31992382.