CVE-2017-0716: Out-of-bounds Read
Published Aug 7, 2017
·Updated
A remote code execution vulnerability in the Android media framework (libmpeg2). Product: Android. Versions: 6.0, 6.0.1, 7.0, 7.1.1, 7.1.2. Android ID: A-37203196.
Affected Software
7 affected components
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
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Aug 7, 2017
CVE Published
via Android·12:00 AM
Aug 9, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
Which Android versions are affected?
Android 6.0, 6.0.1, 7.0, 7.1.1, and 7.1.2 are identified as affected. The issue is in the Android media framework's libmpeg2 component.
2
What does an attacker need to exploit this issue?
The CVSS vector indicates local attack vector, no privileges required, and user interaction required. Exploitation therefore requires a user to interact with attacker-supplied content rather than an attacker acting without user involvement.
3
What should be done to remediate the vulnerability?
A patch is available. Apply the vendor-provided fix for the affected Android media framework component.