PT-2017-3671
CVE-2017-18138
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Published
2017-11-06
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Updated
2018-05-11
Description by
CVSS 2.0
10
HighMetricsAV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions:
Android versions prior to security patch level 2018-04-05
Description:
A buffer overflow issue exists in the GERAN component of the Android operating system. This issue may allow a remote attacker to impact the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of protected information. The problem is caused by a buffer overflow in memory.
Recommendations:
For Android versions prior to security patch level 2018-04-05, apply the security patch to resolve the issue.
As a temporary workaround, consider restricting access to the GERAN component until a patch is available.
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