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9.3

Android Media Server can be hijacked by crafted files

CVE-2015-8505 · published 10 years ago
Summary

Versions of Android before 5.1.1 have a flaw in the media server component that can be triggered by a specially made video or audio file. An attacker could cause the device to crash or potentially run their own code, compromising the phone. Update Android to 5.1.1 or later, or install any security patches provided by the device manufacturer.

What to do

The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.

Affected software
VendorProductAffected versions
google android <= 5.1
cpe:2.3:o:google:android:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
mediaserver in Android before 5.1.1 LMY48Z allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted media file, aka internal bug 17769851, a ...
mediaserver in Android before 5.1.1 LMY48Z allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted media file, aka internal bug 17769851, a different vulnerability than CVE-2015-6616, CVE-2015-8506, and CVE-2015-8507.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 14 days
Internal At next upgrade
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Needs hands-on effort to exploit (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker full control (estimated)
Severity
9.3 Critical
Exploitation
2% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-119Buffer Overflow
Timeline
Published8 Dec 2015
Updated4 Nov 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2015-8505 · NVD
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