CVE-2017-0502 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2017-0502, a critical elevation of privilege vulnerability in certain MediaTek components on Android devices, potentially leading to permanent compromise. Find out how to mitigate and prevent this issue.
Android devices are affected by a critical elevation of privilege vulnerability in certain MediaTek components, potentially leading to permanent device compromise.
Understanding CVE-2017-0502
This CVE involves a critical vulnerability in specific MediaTek drivers on Android devices, allowing local malicious applications to execute code in the kernel's context.
What is CVE-2017-0502?
The vulnerability affects MediaTek components like the M4U driver, sound driver, touchscreen driver, GPU driver, and Command Queue driver, enabling a local malicious app to run arbitrary code in the kernel.
The Impact of CVE-2017-0502
- Rated as Critical due to the potential for permanent device compromise
- May require reinstallation of the operating system to fix
- Android ID: A-28430164
- Referred to as M-ALPS02710027
Technical Details of CVE-2017-0502
This section provides detailed technical insights into the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
- Elevation of privilege vulnerability in MediaTek components
- Allows local malicious apps to execute code in the kernel
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Android
- Versions: Not specified
Exploitation Mechanism
- Malicious application running locally on the device
- Exploits vulnerabilities in MediaTek drivers
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting against and addressing the CVE-2017-0502 vulnerability.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Regularly update Android devices
- Avoid installing apps from untrusted sources
- Implement security best practices
Long-Term Security Practices
- Conduct regular security audits
- Educate users on safe app usage
Patching and Updates
- Apply security patches promptly
- Monitor official security bulletins for updates