CVE-2014-9933
HighDue to missing input validation in all Android releases from CAF using the Linux kernel, HLOS can write to fuses for which it should not have access.
CVSS 3.0 score
7.8
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness type
CWE-20CVE-2014-9933 is a Improper Input Validation vulnerability
What is Improper Input Validation?
The product receives input but does not validate it correctly, allowing attackers to craft inputs that cause unexpected behavior. Learn more on MITRE CWE
References
The following references provide additional information about CVE-2014-9933 including vendor advisories, patch commits, exploit details, and third-party analysis. Links are sourced from the NIST NVD database.
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Securityfocushttp://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97329Third Party Advisory VDB Entry
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Securitytrackerhttp://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038201
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PatchKernel patch commithttps://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2017-04-01
Frequently asked questions
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What is CVE-2014-9933?
CVE-2014-9933 is a High severity Linux kernel vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 out of 10 , classified as an Improper Input Validation flaw (CWE-20) . CVE-2014-9933 has not been confirmed as actively exploited and is not listed in the CISA KEV catalog.
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What is the CVSS score for CVE-2014-9933?
CVE-2014-9933 has a CVSS score of 7.8 out of 10, rated High severity (CVSS 3.0). The vector string is
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Is there a patch available for CVE-2014-9933?
No patch is currently available for CVE-2014-9933. Monitor the NIST NVD and your Linux distribution's security advisories for updates.
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Is CVE-2014-9933 actively exploited?
No — CVE-2014-9933 has not been confirmed as actively exploited. It is not listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog.
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What is Improper Input Validation (CWE-20)?
The product receives input but does not validate it correctly, allowing attackers to craft inputs that cause unexpected behavior. View CWE-20 on MITRE CWE →