CVE-2016-6767
First published: Mon Dec 05 2016(Updated: )
A denial of service vulnerability in Mediaserver could enable an attacker to use a specially crafted file to cause a device hang or reboot. This issue is rated as High due to the possibility of remote denial of service. Product: Android. Versions: 4.4.4. Android ID: A-31833604.
Credit: security@android.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Google Android | =4.0 | |
| Google Android | =4.0.1 | |
| Google Android | =4.0.2 | |
| Google Android | =4.0.3 | |
| Google Android | =4.0.4 | |
| Google Android | =4.1 | |
| Google Android | =4.1.2 | |
| Google Android | =4.2 | |
| Google Android | =4.2.1 | |
| Google Android | =4.2.2 | |
| Google Android | =4.3 | |
| Google Android | =4.3.1 | |
| Google Android | =4.4 | |
| Google Android | =4.4.1 | |
| Google Android | =4.4.2 | |
| Google Android | =4.4.3 | |
| Google Android | =4.4.4 | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-6767?
The severity of CVE-2016-6767 is rated as High due to the potential for remote denial of service.
How can I mitigate CVE-2016-6767?
Mitigation of CVE-2016-6767 can be achieved by updating affected Android devices to the latest security patch release.
What versions of Android are affected by CVE-2016-6767?
CVE-2016-6767 affects Android versions from 4.0 to 4.4.4.
Can CVE-2016-6767 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-6767 can be exploited remotely through specially crafted files that cause the device to hang or reboot.
Is there a patch available for CVE-2016-6767?
Yes, patches for CVE-2016-6767 are available in the Android security bulletin and should be applied to affected devices.
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