Vulnerability Description
The MessageStatusReceiver service in the AndroidManifest.XML in Android 5.1.1 and earlier allows local users to alter sent/received statuses of SMS and MMS messages without the associated "WRITE_SMS" permission.
CVSS Score
5.5
MEDIUM
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | <= 5.1.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://blog.trendmicro.com/trendlabs-security-intelligence/os-x-zero-days-on-theThird Party Advisory
- http://blog.trendmicro.com/trendlabs-security-intelligence/two-new-android-bugs-ExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://huntcve.github.io/2017/02/13/cveupdate/Broken Link
- http://blog.trendmicro.com/trendlabs-security-intelligence/os-x-zero-days-on-theThird Party Advisory
- http://blog.trendmicro.com/trendlabs-security-intelligence/two-new-android-bugs-ExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://huntcve.github.io/2017/02/13/cveupdate/Broken Link
FAQ
What is CVE-2015-3840?
CVE-2015-3840 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). The MessageStatusReceiver service in the AndroidManifest.XML in Android 5.1.1 and earlier allows local users to alter sent/received statuses of SMS and MMS messages without the associated "WRITE_SMS" ...
How severe is CVE-2015-3840?
CVE-2015-3840 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2015-3840?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Android.