Vulnerability Description
A remote code execution vulnerability in libhevc in Mediaserver could enable an attacker using a specially crafted file to cause memory corruption during media file and data processing. This issue is rated as Critical due to the possibility of remote code execution within the context of the Mediaserver process. Product: Android. Versions: 5.0.2, 5.1.1, 6.0, 6.0.1, 7.0, 7.1.1. Android ID: A-33966031.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | 5.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97330Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038201
- https://android.googlesource.com/platform/external/libhevc/+/01ca88bb6c5bdd44e07Issue TrackingPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2017-04-01Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2017-07-01
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97330Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038201
- https://android.googlesource.com/platform/external/libhevc/+/01ca88bb6c5bdd44e07Issue TrackingPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2017-04-01Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2017-07-01
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-0540?
CVE-2017-0540 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). A remote code execution vulnerability in libhevc in Mediaserver could enable an attacker using a specially crafted file to cause memory corruption during media file and data processing. This issue is ...
How severe is CVE-2017-0540?
CVE-2017-0540 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-2017-0540?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Android.