CVE-2017-0509
HighSummary
A vulnerability in the Broadcom Wi-Fi driver 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 involves the potential for permanent device damage, which may require reflashing the operating system.
Recommendation
It is recommended to update drivers and monitor devices for potential malicious applications.
Other vulnerabilities in Broadcom Wi-Fi driver
See all- CVE-2017-0571High
An elevation of privilege vulnerability in the Broadcom 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.
- CVE-2016-8465High
CVE-2016-8465 is a privilege escalation vulnerability in the Broadcom Wi-Fi driver that could allow a local malicious application to execute arbitrary code within the kernel context. This issue is rated as Moderate because it first requires compromising a privileged process.
Original NVD description (English source)
An elevation of privilege vulnerability in the Broadcom Wi-Fi driver 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: N/A. Android ID: A-32124445. References: B-RB#110688.