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7.8

Android System UI may grant apps elevated privileges

CVE-2017-13212 · published 8 years ago
Summary

A problem in Android’s system interface could let a malicious app obtain higher-level permissions than it should. This could allow the app to see private data or control parts of the device. Install the latest Android security updates and only install apps from trusted sources.

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 5.1.1
6.0
6.0.1
7.0
7.1.1
7.1.2
8.0
cpe:2.3:o:google:android:5.1.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
An elevation of privilege vulnerability in the Android system (systemui). Product: Android. Versions: 5.1.1, 6.0, 6.0.1, 7.0, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, 8.0. Android ID: A-62187985.
An elevation of privilege vulnerability in the Android system (systemui). Product: Android. Versions: 5.1.1, 6.0, 6.0.1, 7.0, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, 8.0. Android ID: A-62187985.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 14 days
Internal At next upgrade
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Needs hands-on effort to exploit (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker full control (estimated)
Severity
7.8 High
Exploitation
<1% chance of attack within 30 days
Timeline
Published12 Jan 2018
Updated26 Oct 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2017-13212 · NVD
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