CVE-2017-18147
CriticalIn Qualcomm Android for MSM, Firefox OS for MSM, and QRD Android with all Android releases from CAF using the Linux kernel before security patch level 2018-04-05, in MMCP, a downlink message is not being properly validated.
CVSS 3.0 score
9.8
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness type
CWE-20CVE-2017-18147 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-2017-18147 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/103671Third Party Advisory VDB Entry
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Vendor Advisory
Frequently asked questions
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What is CVE-2017-18147?
CVE-2017-18147 is a Critical severity Linux kernel vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 out of 10 , classified as an Improper Input Validation flaw (CWE-20) . CVE-2017-18147 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-2017-18147?
CVE-2017-18147 has a CVSS score of 9.8 out of 10, rated Critical severity (CVSS 3.0). The vector string is
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Is there a patch available for CVE-2017-18147?
No patch is currently available for CVE-2017-18147. Monitor the NIST NVD and your Linux distribution's security advisories for updates.
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Is CVE-2017-18147 actively exploited?
No — CVE-2017-18147 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 →