CVE-2016-0815

Critical

Published: 12/03/2016(UTC)Translated: 15/06/2026(UTC)NVD NIST

Summary

The MPEG4Source::fragmentedRead function in libstagefright in Android before version 4.4.4, 5.x before 5.1.1 LMY49H, and 6.x before March 1, 2016 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted media file.

Risk Assessment

This vulnerability can lead to serious consequences, such as remote control of the device or its crash, posing a threat to user data security.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update the Android system to the latest version to mitigate this vulnerability and to monitor devices for suspicious activity related to media playback.

Original NVD description (English source)

The MPEG4Source::fragmentedRead function in MPEG4Extractor.cpp in libstagefright in mediaserver in Android 4.x before 4.4.4, 5.x before 5.1.1 LMY49H, and 6.x before 2016-03-01 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted media file, aka internal bug 26365349.