CVE-2017-0688: Medium severity Google Android vulnerability
Published Jul 5, 2017
·Updated
A denial of service vulnerability in the Android media framework. Product: Android. Versions: 6.0, 6.0.1, 7.0, 7.1.1, 7.1.2. Android ID: A-35584425.
Affected Software
6 affected components
Google Android=6.0
Google Android=6.0.1
Google Android=7.0
Google Android=7.1.1
Google Android=7.1.2
Google Android
Event History
Jul 5, 2017
CVE Published
via Android·12:00 AM
Jul 6, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2017-0688?
CVE-2017-0688 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability in the Android media framework.
2
Which versions of Android are affected by CVE-2017-0688?
CVE-2017-0688 affects Android versions 6.0, 6.0.1, 7.0, 7.1.1, and 7.1.2.
3
How do I fix CVE-2017-0688?
To fix CVE-2017-0688, update your Android device to a patched version that addresses this vulnerability.
4
Can CVE-2017-0688 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-0688 could potentially be exploited remotely to cause a denial of service.
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Is there a workaround for CVE-2017-0688?
Currently, there are no specific workarounds available for CVE-2017-0688, and the best mitigation is to update the device.