Vulnerability Description
Multiple buffer overflows 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 2016-07-01 allow attackers to gain privileges via a crafted application that provides an AudioEffect reply, as demonstrated by obtaining Signature or SignatureOrSystem access, aka internal bug 28173666.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | 4.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2016-07-01.htmlVendor Advisory
- https://android.googlesource.com/platform/hardware/qcom/audio/+/073a80800f341325
- http://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2016-07-01.htmlVendor Advisory
- https://android.googlesource.com/platform/hardware/qcom/audio/+/073a80800f341325
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-3745?
CVE-2016-3745 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). Multiple buffer overflows 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 2016-07-01 allow attackers to gain privileges via a crafted application tha...
How severe is CVE-2016-3745?
CVE-2016-3745 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-2016-3745?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Android.