CVE-2012-6422
Critical
Description
The kernel in Samsung Galaxy S2, Galaxy Note 2, MEIZU MX, and possibly other Android devices, when running an Exynos 4210 or 4412 processor, uses weak permissions (0666) for /dev/exynos-mem, which allows attackers to read or write arbitrary physical memory and gain privileges via a crafted application, as demonstrated by ExynosAbuse.
SeverityCritical
CVSS9.3
Exploit probability—
Product
Samsung Galaxy Note
PublishedDec 18, 2012
First seenDec 18, 2012
How to fix
Sources list no fixed version or patch link for this vulnerability.
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| samsung galaxy_note_2 | No range specified | — |
| meizu mx | No range specified | — |
| samsung galaxy_s2 | No range specified | — |
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