CVE-2017-13179 is a critical out-of-bounds write vulnerability in the SoftHEVC component of Android, affecting versions 6.0.1 through 8.1. This flaw, stemming from a use-after-free condition in the ihevcd_allocate_static_bufs and ihevcd_create functions, allows for remote code execution as a privileged process without user interaction. With a CVSS score of 9.8 (Critical), it poses a significant risk due to its network-based attack vector and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. While there are no public exploits or Metasploit modules available, the vulnerability has garnered considerable community discussion, indicating awareness and potential for future exploitation.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
6.0.1CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:o:google:android:6.0.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
7.0CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:o:google:android:7.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
7.1.1CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:o:google:android:7.1.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
7.1.2CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:o:google:android:7.1.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
8.0CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:o:google:android:8.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 3.0
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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