CVE Catalog

CVE-2017-0541

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

CVE-2017-0541 is a remote code execution vulnerability in Mediaserver that can lead to memory corruption during media file processing. An attacker can exploit this issue using a specially crafted file.

Risk Assessment

This issue is rated as Critical due to the possibility of remote code execution within the context of the Mediaserver process, which can lead to severe security implications for the Android system.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update the Android system to the latest version to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability and to monitor the system for suspicious media files.

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Original NVD description (English source)

A remote code execution vulnerability in sonivox 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: 4.4.4, 5.0.2, 5.1.1, 6.0, 6.0.1, 7.0, 7.1.1. Android ID: A-34031018.

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