CVE-2017-0851: Infoleak
Published Nov 16, 2017
·Updated
An information disclosure 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, 8.0. Android ID: A-35430570.
Affected Software
9 affected components
Google Android=5.0
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
Remediation
Event History
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-2017-0851?
CVE-2017-0851 is classified as an information disclosure vulnerability, which can potentially expose sensitive data.
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How do I fix CVE-2017-0851?
To fix CVE-2017-0851, users should update their Android operating system to a secured version provided in the security bulletin.
3
Which Android versions are affected by CVE-2017-0851?
CVE-2017-0851 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.
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What is the impact of exploiting CVE-2017-0851?
Exploiting CVE-2017-0851 could result in unauthorized access to sensitive information on affected devices.
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Is there a workaround for CVE-2017-0851?
There are no known workarounds for CVE-2017-0851; the best course of action is to apply the necessary software updates.