CVE-2017-0428 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2017-0428, an elevation of privilege vulnerability in Android's NVIDIA GPU driver affecting Kernel-3.10. Find out the impact, affected systems, exploitation details, and mitigation steps.
Android NVIDIA GPU driver vulnerability affecting Kernel-3.10.
Understanding CVE-2017-0428
What is CVE-2017-0428?
An elevation of privilege vulnerability in the NVIDIA GPU driver allows local malicious applications to execute code with kernel privileges on Android devices using Kernel-3.10.
The Impact of CVE-2017-0428
- Critical security issue potentially leading to permanent device compromise
- Device repair may require OS reinstallation
Technical Details of CVE-2017-0428
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability enables harmful local applications to run code with kernel privileges, posing a severe security risk.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Affected product: Android
- Vendor: Google Inc.
- Affected version: Kernel-3.10
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability allows exploitation by local applications to gain elevated privileges and execute arbitrary code within the kernel context.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply security patches promptly
- Monitor vendor security bulletins for updates
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update device software
- Implement security best practices
- Use reputable app sources
Patching and Updates
Regularly check for security updates and apply patches to mitigate the risk of exploitation.