CVE-2017-13289

CVE-2017-13289 is a high-severity vulnerability in Google Android with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-131.

Key facts

Description

In writeToParcel and createFromParcel of RttManager.java, there is a permission bypass due to a write size mismatch. This could lead to a local escalation of privileges where the user can start an activity with system privileges, with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Product: Android. Versions: 6.0, 6.0.1, 7.0, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, 8.0, 8.1. Android ID: A-70398564.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2017-13289?
In writeToParcel and createFromParcel of RttManager.java, there is a permission bypass due to a write size mismatch. This could lead to a local escalation of privileges where the user can start an activity with system privileges, with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Product: Android. Versions: 6.0, 6.0.1, 7.0, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, 8.0, 8.1. Android ID: A-70398564.
How severe is CVE-2017-13289?
CVE-2017-13289 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2017-13289 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (9th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2017-13289?
CVE-2017-13289 primarily affects Google Android. In total, 7 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2017-13289?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2017-13289 published?
CVE-2017-13289 was published on 2018-04-04 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (7)

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