CWE
20
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2016-0815: Input Validation

First published: Sat Mar 12 2016(Updated: )

The MPEG4Source::fragmentedRead function in MPEG4Extractor.cpp in libstagefright in mediaserver in Android 4.x before 4.4.4, 5.x before 5.1.1 LMY49H, and 6.x before 2016-03-01 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted media file, aka internal bug 26365349.

Credit: security@android.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Android=4.0
Android=4.0.1
Android=4.0.2
Android=4.0.3
Android=4.0.4
Android=4.1
Android=4.1.2
Android=4.2
Android=4.2.1
Android=4.2.2
Android=4.3
Android=4.3.1
Android=4.4
Android=4.4.1
Android=4.4.2
Android=4.4.3
Android=5.0
Android=5.0.1
Android=5.0.2
Android=5.1
Android=5.1.0
Android=5.1.1
Android=6.0
Android=6.0.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2016-0815?

    CVE-2016-0815 has a high severity due to its potential to allow remote code execution and denial of service.

  • What software versions are affected by CVE-2016-0815?

    CVE-2016-0815 affects Android versions 4.x before 4.4.4, 5.x before 5.1.1, and 6.x before 2016-03-01.

  • How do I fix CVE-2016-0815?

    To fix CVE-2016-0815, users should update their devices to the latest Android version released by Google.

  • What impact does CVE-2016-0815 have on Android devices?

    CVE-2016-0815 can cause memory corruption, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code remotely.

  • Is there a workaround for CVE-2016-0815?

    There are no specific workarounds for CVE-2016-0815 other than updating to a secure version of Android.

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