SB2017011281 - Input validation error in Linux kernel
Published: January 12, 2017 Updated: August 9, 2020
Security Bulletin ID
SB2017011281
Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Remote access
Highest impact
Code execution
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Input validation error (CVE-ID: CVE-2016-8437)
The vulnerability allows a remote non-authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code.
Improper input validation in Access Control APIs. Access control API may return memory range checking incorrectly. Product: Android. Versions: Kernel 3.18. Android ID: A-31623057. References: QC-CR#1009695.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.