CVE-2017-13292

In wl_get_assoc_ies of wl_cfg80211.c, there is a possible out of bounds write due to an incorrect bounds check

published April 4, 2018

CVSS
โ€”
EPSS
2%
Percentile
75.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

๐Ÿšจ A sneaky out-of-bounds write is lurking in the Android kernel code! This vulnerability could allow bad actors to execute code remotely without any user interaction. ๐Ÿ”ฅ Think of it like a faulty assembly line in a factory where parts go out of bounds, causing the final product to be compromised. Here, the incorrect bounds check means attackers can sneak in their own parts, tainting the whole process! If exploited, an attacker could gain the ability to execute arbitrary code on your device, potentially leading to unauthorized access or system compromise. This could be absolutely devastating, as it opens the door wide for malicious actions without any user engagement required!

Put simply

Think of it like a faulty assembly line in a factory where parts go out of bounds, causing the final product to be compromised. Here, the incorrect bounds check means attackers can sneak in their own parts, tainting the whole process! This vulnerability, found in wl_get_assoc_ies of wl_cfg80211.c, allows for an out-of-bounds write due to an incorrect bounds check. This flaw could let attackers execute code remotely without needing additional privileges or user interaction.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could gain the ability to execute arbitrary code on your device, potentially leading to unauthorized access or system compromise. This could be absolutely devastating, as it opens the door wide for malicious actions without any user engagement required! Ensure you update your Android devices with the latest security patches, as they may include fixes for this vulnerability. It's also a good idea to review your system configurations and permissions to preemptively guard against any unexpected behavior. ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ You've got this! Following these steps will help keep your devices secure and resilient against threats. ๐Ÿ’ชโœจ

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01619 ยท 75.9th percentile
Published
2018-04-04T16:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 04 APR 16:00Z
    In wl_get_assoc_ies of wl_cfg80211.c, there is a possible out of bounds write due to an incorrect bounds check
    cvelistv5