CVE-2017-0772: Medium severity Google Android vulnerability
Published Sep 5, 2017
·Updated
A denial of service vulnerability in the Android media framework (libavc). Product: Android. Versions: 6.0, 6.0.1, 7.0, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, 8.0. Android ID: A-38115076.
Affected Software
8 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=8.0
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
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What is the severity of CVE-2017-0772?
CVE-2017-0772 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability.
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How do I fix CVE-2017-0772?
To mitigate CVE-2017-0772, update your Android device to the latest security patch available for your version.
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Which Android versions are affected by CVE-2017-0772?
CVE-2017-0772 affects Android versions 6.0, 6.0.1, 7.0, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, and 8.0.
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What causes the vulnerability CVE-2017-0772?
CVE-2017-0772 arises from a flaw in the Android media framework, specifically within libavc.
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What are the potential impacts of CVE-2017-0772?
The potential impact of CVE-2017-0772 includes a denial of service that may render affected applications unusable.