CVE-2015-8072: Buffer Overflow

Published Nov 3, 2015

Updated

mediaserver in Android 4.4 through 5.x before 5.1.1 LMY48X and 6.0 before 2015-11-01 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted media file, aka internal bug 23881715, a different vulnerability than CVE-2015-6608 and CVE-2015-8073.

Affected Software

2 affected components

Google Android=4.4

Google Android=5.1

Event History

Nov 3, 2015

CVE Published

via MITRE·11:00 AM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·11:00 AM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2015-8072?

CVE-2015-8072 has a high severity level due to its potential for remote code execution and denial of service.

How do I fix CVE-2015-8072?

The recommended fix for CVE-2015-8072 is to update your Android device to version 5.1.1 LMY48X or higher.

What versions of Android are affected by CVE-2015-8072?

CVE-2015-8072 affects Android versions 4.4, 5.0, and up to 6.0 before November 1, 2015.

What kind of attacks can CVE-2015-8072 enable?

CVE-2015-8072 can enable remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service through crafted media files.

Is CVE-2015-8072 related to other vulnerabilities?

Yes, CVE-2015-8072 is a different vulnerability than CVE-2015-6608 and CVE-2015-8073.