Vulnerability Description
decoder/impeg2d_dec_hdr.c in mediaserver in Android 6.x before 2016-04-01 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted media file that triggers a certain negative value, aka internal bug 26070014.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | 6.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2016-04-02.htmlVendor Advisory
- https://android.googlesource.com/platform/external/libmpeg2/+/58a6822d7140137ce9
- https://android.googlesource.com/platform/external/libmpeg2/+/ba604d336b40fd4bde
- http://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2016-04-02.htmlVendor Advisory
- https://android.googlesource.com/platform/external/libmpeg2/+/58a6822d7140137ce9
- https://android.googlesource.com/platform/external/libmpeg2/+/ba604d336b40fd4bde
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-0835?
CVE-2016-0835 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). decoder/impeg2d_dec_hdr.c in mediaserver in Android 6.x before 2016-04-01 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted media file th...
How severe is CVE-2016-0835?
CVE-2016-0835 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-0835?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Android.