CVE-2015-1538

Integer overflow in the SampleTable::setSampleToChunkParams function in SampleTable.cpp in libstagefright in Android before 5.1.1 LMY48I allows remote…

published October 1, 2015

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High probability of exploitation

NVD has not assigned a CVSS score to this record. It sits in the 99.9th percentile for exploit probability.

CVSS
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EPSS
99%
Percentile
99.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ An unchecked multiplication could be your biggest nightmare! The integer overflow in libstagefright allows crafty attackers to execute arbitrary code just by feeding it a specially crafted MP4 file. 🎥 Think of it like a restaurant kitchen where a recipe calls for a specific number of eggs, but no one checks the measurement. If the chef mistakenly multiplies that number by ten without realizing, you could end up with a crazy omelette that nobody ordered! If exploited, an attacker could gain control of the device, potentially accessing sensitive data or installing malicious software. While the severity is currently unknown, the implications of such access could be extremely damaging for users and their data.

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant kitchen where a recipe calls for a specific number of eggs, but no one checks the measurement. If the chef mistakenly multiplies that number by ten without realizing, you could end up with a crazy omelette that nobody ordered! The vulnerability resides in the SampleTable::setSampleToChunkParams function of libstagefright, where malformed MP4 data can trigger an integer overflow due to unchecked multiplication. This ultimately allows attackers to run their code on the target device.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could gain control of the device, potentially accessing sensitive data or installing malicious software. While the severity is currently unknown, the implications of such access could be extremely damaging for users and their data. To mitigate this risk, ensure all Android devices are updated to version 5.1.1 LMY48I or later. Additionally, encourage users to only download media files from trusted sources to minimize exposure to crafted MP4 files. Regular security audits can also help detect vulnerabilities early. You've got this! Stay vigilant and keep your devices updated to lock this down. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.99064 · 99.9th percentile
Published
2015-10-01T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 01 OCT 00:00Z
    Integer overflow in the SampleTable::setSampleToChunkParams function in SampleTable.cpp in libstagefright in Android before 5.1.1 LMY48I allows remote…
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