CVE-2017-0433 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2017-0433 affecting Android devices with Kernel-3.10. Discover the impact, technical details, and mitigation steps for this high-severity vulnerability.
Android devices using Kernel-3.10 are impacted by a high-severity vulnerability in the Synaptics touchscreen driver, allowing local malicious apps to execute arbitrary code.
Understanding CVE-2017-0433
This CVE involves an elevation of privilege vulnerability in the Synaptics touchscreen driver on Android devices.
What is CVE-2017-0433?
- The vulnerability allows a local malicious application to run arbitrary code within the touchscreen chipset.
- Considered high severity as it requires compromising a privileged process.
The Impact of CVE-2017-0433
- Affected product: Android with Kernel-3.10.
- Android ID: A-31913571.
Technical Details of CVE-2017-0433
The following are technical details of the CVE-2017-0433 vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
- An elevation of privilege vulnerability in the Synaptics touchscreen driver.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Affected product: Android by Google Inc.
- Versions impacted: Kernel-3.10.
Exploitation Mechanism
- Allows local malicious apps to execute arbitrary code within the touchscreen chipset.
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to mitigate and prevent exploitation of CVE-2017-0433.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply security patches provided by Google.
- Avoid downloading apps from untrusted sources.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update the device's operating system.
- Implement app whitelisting and strong authentication mechanisms.
Patching and Updates
- Stay informed about security bulletins and updates from Google.