CVE-2017-0497

Description

A denial of service vulnerability in Mediaserver could enable an attacker to use a specially crafted file to cause a device hang or reboot. This issue is rated as Moderate because it requires an uncommon device configuration. Product: Android. Versions: 7.0, 7.1.1. Android ID: A-33300701.

4.7

CVSS

Severity: Medium

CVSS 3.0 •

CVSS 2.0 •

EPSS 0.15%

Vendor Advisory android.com

Affected: Google Inc. Android

References

Link	Tags
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2017-03-01
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037968	vdb entry
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96795	vdb entry
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2017-03-01.html	vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-0497?: CVE-2017-0497 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-0497?: To fix CVE-2017-0497, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2017-0497 being actively exploited in the wild?: As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2017-0497 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2017-0497?: CVE-2017-0497 affects Google Inc. Android.

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