What is the severity of CVE-2017-0851?

CVE-2017-0851 is classified as an information disclosure vulnerability, which can potentially expose sensitive data.

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.

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.

What is the impact of exploiting CVE-2017-0851?

Exploiting CVE-2017-0851 could result in unauthorized access to sensitive information on affected devices.

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.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2017-0851

medium

5.3

CWE

200

6/11/2017

5/8/2024

CVE-2017-0851: Infoleak

First published: Mon Nov 06 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.

Credit: security@android.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
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

Remedy

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2017-11-01

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Reference Links

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2017-11-01

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-0851?
CVE-2017-0851 is classified as an information disclosure vulnerability, which can potentially expose sensitive data.
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.
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.
What is the impact of exploiting CVE-2017-0851?
Exploiting CVE-2017-0851 could result in unauthorized access to sensitive information on affected devices.
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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-0851?
CVE-2017-0851 is classified as an information disclosure vulnerability, which can potentially expose sensitive data.
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.
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.
What is the impact of exploiting CVE-2017-0851?
Exploiting CVE-2017-0851 could result in unauthorized access to sensitive information on affected devices.
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.