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9.8

Google Android bootloader may grant attacker higher system rights

CVE-2017-0828 · published 9 years ago
Summary

The Android bootloader can be tricked into giving an attacker elevated permissions, potentially allowing them to take control of the device and install unauthorized software. This affects devices running Android that use the vulnerable bootloader. Apply the latest Android updates as soon as they are available to fix the issue.

What to do

The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.

Affected software
VendorProductAffected versions
google android <= 8.0
cpe:2.3:o:google:android:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
An elevation of privilege vulnerability in the Huawei bootloader. Product: Android. Versions: Android kernel. Android ID: A-34622855.
An elevation of privilege vulnerability in the Huawei bootloader. Product: Android. Versions: Android kernel. Android ID: A-34622855.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 3 days
Internal 60 days
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Can be exploited automatically (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker full control (estimated)
Severity
9.8 Critical
Exploitation
<1% chance of attack within 30 days
Timeline
Published4 Oct 2017
Updated4 Nov 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2017-0828 · NVD
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