SB2017111443 - Buffer overflow in Google, Google Android



SB2017111443 - Buffer overflow in Google, Google Android

Published: November 14, 2017 Updated: August 8, 2020

Security Bulletin ID SB2017111443
Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Buffer overflow (CVE-ID: CVE-2017-6274)

The vulnerability allows a remote non-authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code.

An elevation of Privilege vulnerability exists in the Thermal Driver, where a missing bounds checks in the thermal throttle driver can cause an out-of-bounds write in the kernel. This issue is rated as moderate. Product: Pixel. Version: N/A. Android ID: A-34705801. References: N-CVE-2017-6274.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.