CVE-2017-0589: Buffer Overflow

Published May 1, 2017

Updated

A remote code execution vulnerability in libhevc in Mediaserver could enable an attacker using a specially crafted file to cause memory corruption during media file and data processing. This issue is rated as Critical due to the possibility of remote code execution within the context of the Mediaserver process. Product: Android. Versions: 5.0.2, 5.1.1, 6.0, 6.0.1, 7.0, 7.1.1, 7.1.2. Android ID: A-34897036.

Affected Software

13 affected components

Google Android=5.0

Google Android=5.0.1

Google Android=5.0.2

Google Android=5.1

Google Android=5.1.0

Google Android=5.1.1

Google Android=6.0

Google Android=6.0.1

Google Android=7.0

Google Android=7.1.0

Google Android=7.1.1

Google Android=7.1.2

Google Android

Event History

May 1, 2017

CVE Published

via Android·12:00 AM

Data Sourced

via Android·12:00 AM

SeverityAffected Software

May 12, 2017

CVE Published

via MITRE·03:00 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·03:00 PM

DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-0589?

CVE-2017-0589 is rated as Critical due to its potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2017-0589?

To fix CVE-2017-0589, update your Android system to the latest security patch provided by Google.

What versions of Android are affected by CVE-2017-0589?

CVE-2017-0589 affects Android versions 5.0 through 7.1.2.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-0589?

CVE-2017-0589 is a remote code execution vulnerability in the libhevc component of Mediaserver.

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2017-0589?

An attacker can exploit CVE-2017-0589 by using a specially crafted media file to cause memory corruption.