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CVE-2018-6241

7.8 · HIGH

NVIDIA Tegra Gralloc module contains a vulnerability in driver in which it does not validate input parameter of the registerbuffer API, which may lead to arbitrary code execution, denial of service…

Published Jan 31, 2019CWE-20EPSS 0.22%

Overview

CVE-2018-6241 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on January 31, 2019 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 7.8 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 7.8, rated HIGH. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

NVIDIA Tegra Gralloc module contains a vulnerability in driver in which it does not validate input parameter of the registerbuffer API, which may lead to arbitrary code execution, denial of service, or escalation of privileges. Android ID: A-62540032 Severity Rating: High Version: N/A.

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.

References

Refwww.securityfocus.com/bid/106476Refnvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/4804Refsource.android.com/security/bulletin/2019-01-01Refwww.securityfocus.com/bid/106476Refnvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/4804Refsource.android.com/security/bulletin/2019-01-01

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2018-6241?

CVE-2018-6241 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on January 31, 2019 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 7.8 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2018-6241?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 7.8, rated HIGH. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2018-6241?

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.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2018-6241?

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