CVE-2017-0405

Name: CVE-2017-0405
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-02-08T15:59:00.597+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.82%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-0405 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. A remote code execution vulnerability in Surfaceflinger 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 Surfaceflinger process. EPSS estimates a 1.82% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A remote code execution vulnerability in Surfaceflinger 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 Surfaceflinger process. Product: Android. Versions: 7.0, 7.1.1. Android ID: A-31960359.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.82%

75.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-119

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	7.0
Google	Android	7.1.0
Google	Android	7.1.1

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96048Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037798
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2017-02-01.htmlVendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96048Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037798
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2017-02-01.htmlVendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Feb 8, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-0405?

How severe is CVE-2017-0405?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-0405 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.82% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-0405?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST