CVE Catalog

CVE-2017-0473

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

A remote code execution vulnerability in Mediaserver could enable an attacker using a specially crafted file to cause memory corruption during media file and data processing. This issue is rated as Critical due to the possibility of remote code execution within the context of the Mediaserver process.

Risk Assessment

The organization may be exposed to remote code execution, potentially leading to system takeover or data leakage. There is a high risk associated with processing multimedia files on Android systems.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update the Android system to the latest version to mitigate this vulnerability. Additionally, processing unknown multimedia files should be restricted.

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Original NVD description (English source)

A remote code execution vulnerability in Mediaserver could enable an attacker using a specially crafted file to cause memory corruption during media file and data processing. This issue is rated as Critical due to the possibility of remote code execution within the context of the Mediaserver process. Product: Android. Versions: 6.0, 6.0.1, 7.0, 7.1.1. Android ID: A-33982658.

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