Vulnerability Description
The getProcessRecordLocked method in services/core/java/com/android/server/am/ActivityManagerService.java in ActivityManager in Android before 5.1.1 LMY48I allows attackers to trigger incorrect process loading via a crafted application, as demonstrated by interfering with use of the Settings application, aka internal bug 21669445.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | <= 5.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://android.googlesource.com/platform/frameworks/base/+/e3cde784e3d99966f313Vendor Advisory
- https://groups.google.com/forum/message/raw?msg=android-security-updates/Ugvu3fiVendor Advisory
- https://android.googlesource.com/platform/frameworks/base/+/e3cde784e3d99966f313Vendor Advisory
- https://groups.google.com/forum/message/raw?msg=android-security-updates/Ugvu3fiVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2015-3844?
CVE-2015-3844 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). The getProcessRecordLocked method in services/core/java/com/android/server/am/ActivityManagerService.java in ActivityManager in Android before 5.1.1 LMY48I allows attackers to trigger incorrect proces...
How severe is CVE-2015-3844?
CVE-2015-3844 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2015-3844?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Android.