CVE-2017-0588
HighSummary
A remote code execution vulnerability in libstagefright 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
This vulnerability poses a serious risk to organizations as it could lead to remote code execution, potentially resulting in device takeover or access to sensitive data.
Recommendation
It is recommended to update the Android system to the latest version to mitigate this vulnerability and to monitor devices for suspicious activity.
Other vulnerabilities in libstagefright, Mediaserver
See all- CVE-2017-0596High
A vulnerability in libstagefright in Mediaserver allows a local malicious application to execute arbitrary code within the context of a privileged process. This issue is rated as High because it could be used to gain local access to elevated capabilities, which are not normally accessible to a third-party application.
- CVE-2017-0595High
A vulnerability in libstagefright in Mediaserver could allow a local malicious application to execute arbitrary code within the context of a privileged process. This issue is rated as High because it could be used to gain local access to elevated capabilities that are not normally accessible to third-party applications.
- CVE-2016-6706High
CVE-2016-6706 is a vulnerability in libstagefright in Mediaserver in Android 7.0 before 2016-11-01 that allows a local malicious application to execute arbitrary code within the context of a privileged process. This issue is rated as High due to the potential for gaining local access to elevated capabilities not normally accessible to third-party applications.
Original NVD description (English source)
A remote code execution vulnerability in id3/ID3.cpp in libstagefright 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, 7.1.2. Android ID: A-34618607.