CVE-2017-0879: Infoleak
Published Dec 6, 2017
·Updated
An information disclosure vulnerability in the Android media framework (n/a). Product: Android. Versions: 7.0, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, 8.0. Android ID A-65025028.
Affected Software
7 affected components
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
Dec 6, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2017-0879?
CVE-2017-0879 has been categorized as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for information disclosure.
2
How do I fix CVE-2017-0879?
To mitigate CVE-2017-0879, users should update their Android devices to the latest security patch provided by Google.
3
Which versions of Android are affected by CVE-2017-0879?
CVE-2017-0879 affects Android versions 7.0, 7.1.1, 7.1.2 and 8.0.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-0879?
CVE-2017-0879 is classified as an information disclosure vulnerability in the Android media framework.
5
Can CVE-2017-0879 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2017-0879 does not appear to be exploitable remotely but can lead to sensitive information being disclosed if a device is compromised.