High

BlueBorne Android Bluetooth Remote Code Execution (CVE-2017-0782)

IdentifiersCVE-2017-0782CWE-20

CVE-2017-0782 is a remote code execution vulnerability in the Android system Bluetooth component and is one of the Android flaws disclosed as part of the BlueBorne vulnerability set. The provided content identifies affected Android versions as 4.4.4, 5.0.2, 5.1.1, 6.0, 6.0.1, 7.0, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, and 8.0, and references Android ID A-63146237. The supporting content does not specify the exact vulnerable function or parsing routine, but it places the issue in the Bluetooth stack and characterizes it as remotely reachable over Bluetooth.

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ANALYST BRIEF

Impact, mitigation & remediation

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Impact

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Successful exploitation can result in remote code execution on a vulnerable Android device via the Bluetooth attack surface. In the broader BlueBorne context described in the content, such compromise could allow an attacker to take over the device and potentially use the compromised host to spread malware to other nearby devices. Because BlueBorne attacks were described as not depending on authentication or PIN misuse, the impact is significant for exposed devices with Bluetooth enabled.

Mitigation

If you can’t patch tonight, do this now.

Until patches are applied, reduce exposure by disabling Bluetooth when not required and preventing devices from remaining discoverable or unnecessarily exposed over Bluetooth. Limit proximity-based attack opportunities by restricting use of vulnerable devices in untrusted environments. Asset owners should identify affected Android versions in their fleet and prioritize patching or compensating controls for devices that must keep Bluetooth enabled.

Remediation

Patch, then assume compromise.

Apply the vendor security updates that address Android ID A-63146237 / CVE-2017-0782 for affected Android releases. Devices running the listed vulnerable versions should be updated to a patched Android security level or vendor firmware release containing Google's fix. Where OEM patch availability is delayed, replace or retire unsupported devices that cannot receive the relevant Bluetooth security update.

PUBLIC EXPLOITS

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EXPOSURE SURFACE

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ACTIVITY FEED

Recent activity

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wikipedia cyber incidentsNews

Jan 5, 2018

BlueBorne (security vulnerability) - Wikipedia

An Android Bluetooth-related remote code execution vulnerability referenced as part of the BlueBorne vulnerability set.

eweekNews

Sep 12, 2017

BlueBorne Bluetooth Flaws Expose Billions of Devices to Security Risks

A remote code execution vulnerability in Android's Bluetooth stack, included in the BlueBorne vulnerability set.

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Threat actor evidence

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