CVE-2017-0594: High severity Google Android vulnerability
An elevation of privilege vulnerability in codecs/aacenc/SoftAACEncoder2.cpp in libstagefright in Mediaserver could enable a local malicious application to execute arbitrary code within the context of a privileged process. This issue is rated as High because it could be used to gain local access to elevated capabilities, which are not normally accessible to a third-party application. Product: Android. Versions: 4.4.4, 5.0.2, 5.1.1, 6.0, 6.0.1, 7.0, 7.1.1, 7.1.2. Android ID: A-34617444.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-0594?
CVE-2017-0594 is rated as High due to the potential for local malicious applications to execute arbitrary code in a privileged process.
How do I fix CVE-2017-0594?
To mitigate CVE-2017-0594, ensure that your Android device is updated with the latest security patches provided by Google.
Which Android versions are affected by CVE-2017-0594?
CVE-2017-0594 affects multiple versions of Android, including versions 4.0 through 7.1.2.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-0594?
CVE-2017-0594 is categorized as an elevation of privilege vulnerability in the Mediaserver component.
Can CVE-2017-0594 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2017-0594 requires local access to the device, thus it cannot be exploited remotely.