CVE-2017-0596: Critical severity android vulnerability
An elevation of privilege vulnerability 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. Android ID: A-34749392.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-0596?
CVE-2017-0596 is rated as High due to its potential to allow a local malicious application to execute arbitrary code within a privileged process.
How do I fix CVE-2017-0596?
To address CVE-2017-0596, ensure that your Android device is updated to a version that has patched this vulnerability.
Which versions of Android are affected by CVE-2017-0596?
CVE-2017-0596 affects multiple versions of Android including 4.0 through 7.1.2.
What kind of attack can exploit CVE-2017-0596?
A local malicious application can exploit CVE-2017-0596 to gain elevated privileges and execute arbitrary code.
Is there a possibility of remote exploitation for CVE-2017-0596?
CVE-2017-0596 requires local access to the device, so it cannot be exploited remotely.