CVE-2017-0547: Infoleak
An information disclosure vulnerability in libmedia in Mediaserver could enable a local malicious application to access data outside of its permission levels. This issue is rated as High because it is a general bypass for operating system protections that isolate application data from other applications. Product: Android. Versions: 4.4.4, 5.0.2, 5.1.1, 6.0, 6.0.1, 7.0, 7.1.1. Android ID: A-33861560.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-0547?
CVE-2017-0547 is rated as High due to its potential to bypass operating system protections and allow information disclosure.
How do I fix CVE-2017-0547?
To remediate CVE-2017-0547, it is recommended to update your Android device to the latest security patch provided by Google.
What systems are affected by CVE-2017-0547?
CVE-2017-0547 affects multiple versions of Google Android, including versions ranging from 4.0 to 7.1.1.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-0547?
CVE-2017-0547 is classified as an information disclosure vulnerability in the libmedia component of Mediaserver.
Can an attacker exploit CVE-2017-0547 remotely?
No, CVE-2017-0547 requires a local malicious application to exploit the vulnerability, meaning remote exploitation is not possible.