Vulnerability Description
libAACdec/src/aacdec_drc.cpp in mediaserver in Android 4.x before 4.4.4, 5.0.x before 5.0.2, 5.1.x before 5.1.1, and 6.x before 2016-05-01 does not properly limit the number of threads, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (stack memory corruption) via a crafted media file, aka internal bug 26751339.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | 4.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2016-05-01.htmlVendor Advisory
- https://android.googlesource.com/platform/external/aac/+/5d4405f601fa11a8955fd76
- http://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2016-05-01.htmlVendor Advisory
- https://android.googlesource.com/platform/external/aac/+/5d4405f601fa11a8955fd76
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-2428?
CVE-2016-2428 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). libAACdec/src/aacdec_drc.cpp in mediaserver in Android 4.x before 4.4.4, 5.0.x before 5.0.2, 5.1.x before 5.1.1, and 6.x before 2016-05-01 does not properly limit the number of threads, which allows r...
How severe is CVE-2016-2428?
CVE-2016-2428 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-2016-2428?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Android.