CVE Catalog

CVE-2017-8271

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

An out of bound memory write vulnerability exists in the MDSS Rotator driver in Qualcomm products with Android releases from CAF. This issue is caused by an unsanitized userspace-controlled parameter.

Risk Assessment

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code, potentially leading to system compromise or data leakage. This risk affects all Qualcomm devices running the relevant Android versions.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update the system to the latest version that includes security patches. Additionally, monitor and restrict access to user-controlled parameters.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

Out of bound memory write can happen in the MDSS Rotator driver in all Qualcomm products with Android releases from CAF using the Linux kernel by an unsanitized userspace-controlled parameter.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS