CVE Catalog

CVE-2016-3754

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

In Android versions 4.x before 4.4.4, 5.0.x before 5.0.2, 5.1.x before 5.1.1, and 6.x before 2016-07-01, the mediaserver component does not limit process memory usage. This allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a crafted media file.

Risk Assessment

Attackers can cause device hangs or reboots, leading to service availability interruptions for users.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update the Android system to the latest version to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability.

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Original NVD description (English source)

mediaserver in Android 4.x before 4.4.4, 5.0.x before 5.0.2, 5.1.x before 5.1.1, and 6.x before 2016-07-01 does not limit process-memory usage, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (device hang or reboot) via a crafted media file, aka internal bug 28615448.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS