CVE-2017-0519

High

Published: 08/03/2017(UTC)Translated: 15/06/2026(UTC)NVD NIST

Summary

A vulnerability in the Qualcomm fingerprint sensor driver allows a local malicious application to execute arbitrary code within the context of the kernel. It requires first compromising a privileged process.

Risk Assessment

This threat can lead to privilege escalation, allowing full control over the operating system. It may result in serious data security breaches.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update the Android system to the latest version to minimize the risk associated with this vulnerability. Additionally, monitor and restrict access to privileged processes.

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CVE-2017-0518High
The CVE-2017-0518 vulnerability in the Qualcomm fingerprint sensor driver may allow 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.

Original NVD description (English source)

An elevation of privilege vulnerability in the Qualcomm fingerprint sensor 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-3.18. Android ID: A-32372915. References: QC-CR#1086530.