VDB-95224 · CVE-2016-6765 · BID 94688

Google Android 4.4.4/5.0.2/5.1.1/7.0 Mediaserver data processing

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Summaryinfo

A vulnerability labeled as problematic has been found in Google Android 4.4.4/5.0.2/5.1.1/7.0. This affects an unknown function of the component Mediaserver. Executing a manipulation can lead to data processing. The identification of this vulnerability is CVE-2016-6765. The attack may be launched remotely. There is no exploit available.

Detailsinfo

A vulnerability has been found in Google Android 4.4.4/5.0.2/5.1.1/7.0 (Smartphone Operating System) and classified as problematic. This vulnerability affects an unknown part of the component Mediaserver. The manipulation with an unknown input leads to a data processing vulnerability. The CWE definition for the vulnerability is CWE-19. As an impact it is known to affect availability. CVE summarizes:

A denial of service vulnerability in libstagefright in Mediaserver could enable an attacker to use a specially crafted file to cause a device hang or reboot. This issue is rated as High due to the possibility of remote denial of service. Product: Android. Versions: 4.4.4, 5.0.2, 5.1.1, 7.0. Android ID: A-31449945.

The bug was discovered 12/05/2016. The weakness was shared 01/12/2017 with Qihoo 360 (Website). The advisory is shared for download at securityfocus.com. This vulnerability was named CVE-2016-6765 since 08/11/2016. The attack can be initiated remotely. No form of authentication is required for a successful exploitation. Successful exploitation requires user interaction by the victim. There are neither technical details nor an exploit publicly available. The current price for an exploit might be approx. USD $5k-$25k (estimation calculated on 07/20/2020). It is expected to see the exploit prices for this product increasing in the near future.

The vulnerability was handled as a non-public zero-day exploit for at least 38 days. During that time the estimated underground price was around $5k-$25k.

There is no information about possible countermeasures known. It may be suggested to replace the affected object with an alternative product.

The vulnerability is also documented in the vulnerability database at SecurityFocus (BID 94688†). The entries VDB-90448, VDB-90450, VDB-95213 and VDB-95214 are related to this item. VulDB is the best source for vulnerability data and more expert information about this specific topic.

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Class: Data processing
CWE: CWE-19
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Physical: Partially
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08/11/2016 🔍
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01/12/2017 +37 days 🔍
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07/20/2020 +1284 days 🔍

Sourcesinfo

Vendor: google.com

Advisory: securityfocus.com⛔
Organization: Qihoo 360
Status: Not defined
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CVE: CVE-2016-6765 (🔍)
GCVE (CVE): GCVE-0-2016-6765
GCVE (VulDB): GCVE-100-95224
SecurityFocus: 94688 - Google Android Mediaserver Multiple Denial of Service Vulnerabilities
OSVDB: - CVE-2016-6765 - Google - Android - High

scip Labs: https://www.scip.ch/en/?labs.20150917
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Entryinfo

Created: 01/13/2017 08:08
Updated: 07/20/2020 15:15
Changes: 01/13/2017 08:08 (60), 07/20/2020 15:15 (7)
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Cache ID: 216::103

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