Vulnerability Description
Integer overflow in the BMP::readFromStream method in the libsgl.so library in Google Android SDK m3-rc37a and earlier, and m5-rc14, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted BMP file with a header containing a negative offset field.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android Sdk | <= m3-rc37a |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://android-developers.blogspot.com/2008/03/android-sdk-update-m5-rc15-releas
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/3727
- http://www.coresecurity.com/?action=item&id=2148Exploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/489135/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28006
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/40999
- http://android-developers.blogspot.com/2008/03/android-sdk-update-m5-rc15-releas
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/3727
- http://www.coresecurity.com/?action=item&id=2148Exploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/489135/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28006
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/40999
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-0986?
CVE-2008-0986 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Integer overflow in the BMP::readFromStream method in the libsgl.so library in Google Android SDK m3-rc37a and earlier, and m5-rc14, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted BMP...
How severe is CVE-2008-0986?
CVE-2008-0986 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-0986?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Android Sdk.