CVE-2017-0762: High severity Google Android vulnerability
Published Sep 5, 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-62214264.
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
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-2017-0762?
CVE-2017-0762 has been classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2017-0762?
To address CVE-2017-0762, it is recommended to update to the latest version of Android that is not affected by this vulnerability.
3
Which Android versions are affected by CVE-2017-0762?
CVE-2017-0762 affects Android versions 5.0.2, 5.1.1, 6.0, 6.0.1, 7.0, 7.1.1, and 7.1.2.
4
What is the impact of CVE-2017-0762?
The impact of CVE-2017-0762 allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected Android devices.
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Can CVE-2017-0762 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-0762 can be exploited remotely without user interaction.