CVE-2016-2428: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2016-2428: libAACdec/src/aacdec_drc.cpp in mediaserver in Android 4.x before 4.4.4, 5.0.x before 5.0.2, 5.1.x before 5...

libAACdec/src/aacdec_drc.cpp in mediaserver in Android 4.x before 4.4.4, 5.0.x before 5.0.2, 5.1.x before 5.1.1, and 6.x before 2016-05-01 does not properly limit the number of threads, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (stack memory corruption) via a crafted media file, aka internal bug 26751339.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 5, 2024, 23:24 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2016-2428 is an Android mediaserver flaw in AAC media handling. A malicious media file could crash the device service or potentially run code. Business risk is highest for fleets still running old Android releases or missing the May 2016 Android security update. Exposure is mainly legacy Android devices or embedded Android builds using affected platform code and lacking the relevant Android security bulletin fixes. Modern fully patched Android devices are unlikely to be exposed based on the listed version ranges. Prioritize remediation for any legacy Android fleet, kiosks, scanners, or embedded devices that process media. If only currently supported Android devices are in use, urgency is lower but patch verification is still warranted. Mitigation focus: Update affected Android devices to a fixed version or May 2016 security patch level or later.; For vendor-managed devices, confirm OEM firmware includes the Android 2016-05-01 bulletin fixes.; Retire or isolate devices that cannot receive Android security updates..

Prepared: Jun 13, 2026, 16:15 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: May 9, 2016, 10:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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https://android.googlesource.com/platform/external/aac/+/5d4405f601fa11a8955fd7611532c982420e4206CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM

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