CVE-2017-8273: Qualcomm, Inc. All Qualcomm products vulnerability…

CVE-2017-8273: In all Qualcomm products with Android release from CAF using the Linux kernel, while processing fastboot bo...

In all Qualcomm products with Android release from CAF using the Linux kernel, while processing fastboot boot command when verified boot feature is disabled, with length greater than boot image buffer, a buffer overflow can occur.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedSep 17, 2024, 02:11 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This issue affects Qualcomm-based Android CAF Linux kernel builds during fastboot boot handling. If verified boot is disabled, an oversized boot image length can cause a buffer overflow. The sources do not identify specific device models, impact outcomes, CVSS score, or active exploitation. Exposure is most likely in Qualcomm Android devices derived from CAF Linux kernel releases where fastboot boot is reachable and verified boot is disabled. Exact models, firmware branches, and patch levels are not listed in the provided sources. Treat this as an exposure-management item unless your fleet includes unlocked or development Qualcomm Android devices. Prioritize inventory, verified boot enforcement, and OEM firmware status because the public record lacks severity scoring and exploitation evidence. Mitigation focus: Review Android July 2017 security bulletin and OEM advisories for applicable firmware updates.; Apply vendor or carrier firmware updates for affected Qualcomm Android CAF builds.; Keep verified boot enabled wherever device policy allows..

Prepared: Jun 12, 2026, 21:41 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Vulnerability profileCVE Program record

Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Aug 11, 2017, 15:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2017-07-01CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM

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Qualcomm, Inc.All Qualcomm productsAll Android releases from CAF using the Linux kernelListed

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