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CVE-2017-8169: Huawei smart phones with software earlier than VIE-L09C40B360 versions have a buffer overflow vulnerability...

Huawei smart phones with software earlier than VIE-L09C40B360 versions have a buffer overflow vulnerability due to the lack of parameter validation. An attacker tricks a user into installing a malicious APP which has the root privilege; the APP can send a specific parameter to the smart phone, causing the smartphone restart or arbitrary code execution.

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This issue affects Huawei VIE-L09 smartphones running software earlier than VIE-L09C40B360. A malicious app with root privilege could trigger a buffer overflow, causing the phone to restart or potentially run attacker-controlled code. Business urgency depends on whether these older devices remain in use and whether rooted or unmanaged app installation is allowed. Exposure is limited to Huawei Technologies VIE-L09 devices on versions earlier than VIE-L09C40B360. The source bundle does not identify other models, CPEs, or platforms. Organizations with unmanaged, legacy, or rooted Android fleets should treat exposure as plausible until device build versions are confirmed. Prioritize if legacy Huawei VIE-L09 devices still access corporate systems, especially outside MDM control. The issue is not reported as actively exploited in the provided sources, but arbitrary code execution on a mobile endpoint can affect data confidentiality and operational trust. Mitigation focus: Inventory Huawei VIE-L09 devices and identify software build versions.; Update affected devices to VIE-L09C40B360 or later where vendor guidance supports it.; Block installation of untrusted apps on managed devices..

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Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.VIE-L09Earlier than VIE-L09C40B360 versionsListed
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