CVE-2017-0759: High severity Google Android vulnerability

Published Sep 5, 2017
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Updated

A remote code execution vulnerability in the Android media framework (libstagefright). Product: Android. Versions: 6.0, 6.0.1, 7.0, 7.1.1, 7.1.2. Android ID: A-36715268.

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

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade Android media framework (libstagefright) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 6.0
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade Android media framework (libstagefright) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 6.0.1
  3. Upgrade

    Upgrade Android media framework (libstagefright) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 7.0
  4. Upgrade

    Upgrade Android media framework (libstagefright) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 7.1.1
  5. Upgrade

    Upgrade Android media framework (libstagefright) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 7.1.2

Event History

Sep 5, 2017
CVE Published
via Android·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Android·12:00 AM
SeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Sep 8, 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-2017-0759?

The severity of CVE-2017-0759 is high with a CVSS score of 7.8.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-0759?

To fix CVE-2017-0759, update your Android device to a version that has patched the vulnerability.

3

What products are affected by CVE-2017-0759?

CVE-2017-0759 affects Android versions 6.0, 6.0.1, 7.0, 7.1.1, and 7.1.2.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-0759?

CVE-2017-0759 is a remote code execution vulnerability found in the Android media framework.

5

What could happen if CVE-2017-0759 is exploited?

If CVE-2017-0759 is exploited, it could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected Android device.

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