CVE-2017-0472

7.8 HIGH
Published: March 08, 2017 Modified: May 13, 2026
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Description

A remote code execution vulnerability 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: 6.0, 6.0.1, 7.0, 7.1.1. Android ID: A-33862021.

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CVSS v3.x Details

0.0 Low Medium High Critical 10.0
Vector String
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools

Patch Vendor Advisory Exploit Third Party Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96717
Source: security@android.com
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037968
Source: security@android.com
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96717
Source: af854a3a-2127-422b-91ae-364da2661108
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037968
Source: af854a3a-2127-422b-91ae-364da2661108
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2017-03-01
Source: af854a3a-2127-422b-91ae-364da2661108

7 reference(s) from NVD

Quick Stats

CVSS v3 Score
7.8 / 10.0
EPSS (Exploit Probability)
1.4%
69th percentile
Exploitation Status
Not in CISA KEV

Weaknesses (CWE)

Affected Vendors

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