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CVE-2017-8279

UnknownEPSS 0.33%

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CVE-2017-8279 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In android for MSM, Firefox OS for MSM, QRD Android, with all Android releases from CAF using the Linux kernel, missing race condition protection while updating msg mask table can lead to buffer over-read. Also access to freed memory can happen while updating msg_mask information.. EPSS estimates a 0.33% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In android for MSM, Firefox OS for MSM, QRD Android, with all Android releases from CAF using the Linux kernel, missing race condition protection while updating msg mask table can lead to buffer over-read. Also access to freed memory can happen while updating msg_mask information.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.33%

24.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
GoogleAndroidAll versions

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-8279?
In android for MSM, Firefox OS for MSM, QRD Android, with all Android releases from CAF using the Linux kernel, missing race condition protection while updating msg mask table can lead to buffer over-read. Also access to freed memory can happen while updating msg_mask information.
How severe is CVE-2017-8279?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-8279 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.33% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-8279?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST