CVE-2017-0720: Critical severity android vulnerability
Published Aug 7, 2017
·Updated
A remote code execution vulnerability in the Android media framework (libhevc). 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-37430213.
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
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
What is the severity of CVE-2017-0720?
CVE-2017-0720 is classified as a critical vulnerability that allows remote code execution in the Android media framework.
2
What versions of Android are affected by CVE-2017-0720?
CVE-2017-0720 affects Android versions 5.0.2, 5.1.1, 6.0, 6.0.1, 7.0, 7.1.1, and 7.1.2.
3
How do I fix CVE-2017-0720?
To mitigate CVE-2017-0720, users should update their Android devices to the latest available version provided by Google.
4
What type of attack can exploit CVE-2017-0720?
CVE-2017-0720 can be exploited through crafted video files that trigger the vulnerability when processed by the media framework.
5
Is there a workaround for CVE-2017-0720 if I cannot update my device?
No specific workaround is available for CVE-2017-0720 other than ensuring to avoid playing untrusted video files.