CVE-2017-6293 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2017-6293, a high-severity vulnerability in Android devices with NVIDIA Tegra X1 TZ, allowing unauthorized data writing beyond buffer limits and potential privilege escalation. Find mitigation steps and prevention measures here.
Android devices with NVIDIA Tegra X1 TZ are vulnerable to an elevation of privileges due to a weakness in the Widevine TA component. This weakness allows unauthorized data writing beyond buffer limits, potentially leading to privilege escalation.
Understanding CVE-2017-6293
This CVE identifies a high-severity vulnerability in Android devices with NVIDIA Tegra X1 TZ, allowing unauthorized data writing beyond buffer limits.
What is CVE-2017-6293?
- Vulnerability in Widevine TA component of NVIDIA Tegra X1 TZ
- Allows software to write data beyond designated buffer limits
- Classified as high severity
The Impact of CVE-2017-6293
- Potential escalation of privileges on affected Android devices
Technical Details of CVE-2017-6293
This section provides technical insights into the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
- Weakness in Widevine TA component
- Unauthorized data writing beyond buffer limits
- Risk of privilege escalation
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Android
- Vendor: Nvidia Corporation
- Versions: Not Applicable
Exploitation Mechanism
- Unauthorized data writing beyond buffer limits
- Potential privilege escalation
Mitigation and Prevention
Protect your system from CVE-2017-6293 with these steps:
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply security patch level of 2018-05-05 or later
- Monitor for any unauthorized data writing activities
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update system software and security patches
- Implement strict data writing controls to prevent buffer overflow
Patching and Updates
- Stay informed about security bulletins and updates
- Apply patches promptly to mitigate vulnerabilities