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CVE-2017-15998

HIGH · CVSS 7.5 EPSS 0.51%

Source: NVD + CISA KEV + EPSS (historical backfill) · Published 2017-10-29 · Last synced 2026-08-04

CyberRota Analysis

This is a high severity vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5. It affects Android. It may be remotely exploitable.

CVE
CVE-2017-15998
Severity
HIGH
CVSS
7.5
EPSS
0.51%
Android

Original NVD Description

In the "NQ Contacts Backup & Restore" application 1.1 for Android, DES encryption with a static key is used to secure transmitted contact data. This makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain cleartext information by sniffing the network.

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