CVE-2017-14918

Critical

Published: 05/12/2017(UTC)Translated: 14/06/2026(UTC)NVD NIST

Summary

In Android for MSM, Firefox OS for MSM, and QRD Android, there is an issue with the GPS location wireless interface that can lead to a Use After Free condition.

Risk Assessment

Exploitation of this vulnerability may lead to unauthorized access to user location data, posing a serious privacy threat.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update the system to the latest version to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability.

Original NVD description (English source)

In Android for MSM, Firefox OS for MSM, QRD Android, with all Android releases from CAF using the Linux kernel, in the GPS location wireless interface, a Use After Free condition can occur.