Vulnerability Description
In the ihevcd_allocate_static_bufs and ihevcd_create functions of SoftHEVC, there is a possible out-of-bounds write due to a use after free. Both ps_codec_obj and ps_create_op->s_ivd_create_op_t.pv_handle point to the same memory and ps_codec_obj could be freed without clearing ps_create_op->s_ivd_create_op_t.pv_handle. This could lead to remote code execution as a privileged process with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Product: Android. Versions: 6.0.1, 7.0, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, 8.0, 8.1. Android ID: A-66969193.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | 6.0.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102414Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040106Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2018-01-01PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102414Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040106Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2018-01-01PatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-13179?
CVE-2017-13179 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). In the ihevcd_allocate_static_bufs and ihevcd_create functions of SoftHEVC, there is a possible out-of-bounds write due to a use after free. Both ps_codec_obj and ps_create_op->s_ivd_create_op_t.pv_ha...
How severe is CVE-2017-13179?
CVE-2017-13179 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-2017-13179?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Android.