CVE-2017-9686

Name: CVE-2017-9686
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-10-10T20:29:01.023+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.15%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-9686 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, there is a possible double free/use after free in the SPS driver when debugfs logging is used.. EPSS estimates a 0.15% 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, there is a possible double free/use after free in the SPS driver when debugfs logging is used.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.15%

4.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-415

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	8.0

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/101160Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2017-10-01Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/101160Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2017-10-01Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Oct 10, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-9686?

How severe is CVE-2017-9686?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-9686 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.15% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-9686?

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Source: NVD / NIST