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7.8

Android boot image flaw may crash or compromise device

CVE-2017-7367 · published 9 years ago
Summary

All Android versions that use the CAF Linux kernel have a coding mistake when they read the boot image. This mistake can let an attacker cause the device to restart unexpectedly or potentially run malicious code. Apply the latest security updates from your device maker as soon as they are released.

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 All versions
cpe:2.3:o:google:android:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
In all Android releases from CAF using the Linux kernel, an integer underflow vulnerability exists while processing the boot image.
In all Android releases from CAF using the Linux kernel, an integer underflow vulnerability exists while processing the boot image.
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
Type
CWE-191Integer Underflow (Wrap or Wraparound)
Timeline
Published13 Jun 2017
Updated4 Nov 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2017-7367 · NVD
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