CVE-2017-0590

High

Published: 12/05/2017(UTC)Translated: 15/06/2026(UTC)NVD NIST

Summary

A remote code execution vulnerability in libhevc in Mediaserver could enable an attacker using a specially crafted file to cause memory corruption during media file and data processing.

Risk Assessment

This issue is rated as Critical due to the possibility of remote code execution within the context of the Mediaserver process, which could lead to serious security breaches.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update the Android system to the latest version to minimize the risk associated with this vulnerability.

Other vulnerabilities in libhevc, Mediaserver

CVE-2017-0637High
A remote code execution vulnerability in libhevc 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.

Original NVD description (English source)

A remote code execution vulnerability in libhevc 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: 5.0.2, 5.1.1, 6.0, 6.0.1, 7.0, 7.1.1, 7.1.2. Android ID: A-35039946.