Vulnerability Description
Multiple heap-based buffer overflows in libeffects in the Audio Policy Service in mediaserver in Android before 5.1.1 LMY48I allow attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted application, aka internal bug 21953516.
CVSS Score
9.3
HIGH
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | <= 5.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://android.googlesource.com/platform/frameworks/av/+/aeea52da00d210587fb3edVendor Advisory
- https://groups.google.com/forum/message/raw?msg=android-security-updates/Ugvu3fiVendor Advisory
- https://android.googlesource.com/platform/frameworks/av/+/aeea52da00d210587fb3edVendor Advisory
- https://groups.google.com/forum/message/raw?msg=android-security-updates/Ugvu3fiVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2015-3842?
CVE-2015-3842 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). Multiple heap-based buffer overflows in libeffects in the Audio Policy Service in mediaserver in Android before 5.1.1 LMY48I allow attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted application, aka in...
How severe is CVE-2015-3842?
CVE-2015-3842 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 9.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2015-3842?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Android.