Vulnerability Description
codecs/on2/dec/SoftVPX.cpp in libstagefright 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 validate VPX output buffer sizes, which allows attackers to gain privileges via a crafted application, as demonstrated by obtaining Signature or SignatureOrSystem access, aka internal bug 27597103.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | 4.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2016-05-01.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- https://android.googlesource.com/platform/frameworks/av/+/f9ed2fe6d61259e779a37d
- http://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2016-05-01.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- https://android.googlesource.com/platform/frameworks/av/+/f9ed2fe6d61259e779a37d
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-2451?
CVE-2016-2451 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). codecs/on2/dec/SoftVPX.cpp in libstagefright 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 validate VPX output buffer sizes, wh...
How severe is CVE-2016-2451?
CVE-2016-2451 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-2451?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Android.