Vulnerability Description
decoder/ih264d_api.c in mediaserver in Android 6.x before 2016-09-01 mishandles the case of decoding zero MBs, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (device hang or reboot) via a crafted media file, aka internal bug 29493002.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | 6.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2016-09-01.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92821
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036763
- https://android.googlesource.com/platform/external/libavc/+/7109ce3f8f90a28ca9f0Issue TrackingPatch
- http://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2016-09-01.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92821
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036763
- https://android.googlesource.com/platform/external/libavc/+/7109ce3f8f90a28ca9f0Issue TrackingPatch
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-3878?
CVE-2016-3878 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). decoder/ih264d_api.c in mediaserver in Android 6.x before 2016-09-01 mishandles the case of decoding zero MBs, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (device hang or reboot) via a ...
How severe is CVE-2016-3878?
CVE-2016-3878 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-3878?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Android.