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CVE-2017-14882

7.5 · HIGH

In Android for MSM, Firefox OS for MSM, QRD Android, with all Android releases from CAF using the Linux kernel, while processing VENDOR specific action frame in the function lim_process_action_vend…

Published Mar 15, 2018CWE-119EPSS 0.98%

Overview

CVE-2017-14882 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on March 15, 2018 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

In Android for MSM, Firefox OS for MSM, QRD Android, with all Android releases from CAF using the Linux kernel, while processing VENDOR specific action frame in the function lim_process_action_vendor_specific(), a comparison is performed with the incoming action frame body without validating if the action frame body received is of valid length, potentially leading to an out-of-bounds access.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2017-14882?

CVE-2017-14882 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on March 15, 2018 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2017-14882?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2017-14882?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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