CVE-2017-0878

Name: CVE-2017-0878
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-12-06T14:29:00.63+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.44%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-0878 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. A remote code execution vulnerability in the Android media framework (libhevc). Product: Android. EPSS estimates a 1.44% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A remote code execution vulnerability in the Android media framework (libhevc). Product: Android. Versions: 8.0. Android ID A-65186291.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.44%

69.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-20

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	8.0

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102126Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2017-12-01Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102126Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2017-12-01Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Dec 6, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-0878?

A remote code execution vulnerability in the Android media framework (libhevc). Product: Android. Versions: 8.0. Android ID A-65186291.

How severe is CVE-2017-0878?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-0878 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.44% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-0878?

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