CVE-2017-0839: Infoleak

Published Nov 6, 2017
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Updated

An information disclosure vulnerability in the Android media framework (libeffects). Product: Android. Versions: 5.0.2, 5.1.1, 6.0, 6.0.1, 7.0, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, 8.0. Android ID: A-64478003.

Affected Software

9 affected components
Google Android=5.0.2
Google Android=5.1.1
Google Android=6.0
Google Android=6.0.1
Google Android=7.0
Google Android=7.1.1
Google Android=7.1.2
Google Android=8.0
Google Android

Event History

Nov 6, 2017
CVE Published
via Android·12:00 AM
Nov 16, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-0839?

CVE-2017-0839 is classified as an information disclosure vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-0839?

To fix CVE-2017-0839, update the Android operating system to a patched version.

3

Which Android versions are affected by CVE-2017-0839?

CVE-2017-0839 affects Android versions 5.0.2, 5.1.1, 6.0, 6.0.1, 7.0, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, and 8.0.

4

What component is vulnerable in CVE-2017-0839?

The vulnerability exists within the Android media framework, specifically in libeffects.

5

Can CVE-2017-0839 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2017-0839 is an information disclosure vulnerability, which may allow attackers to access sensitive information.

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