Vulnerability Description
The Region_createFromParcel function in core/jni/android/graphics/Region.cpp in Region in Android before 5.1.1 LMY48M does not check the return values of certain read operations, which allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via an application that sends a crafted message to a service, aka internal bug 21585255.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | <= 5.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://android.googlesource.com/platform/frameworks/base/+/1e72dc7a3074cd0b44d8Vendor Advisory
- https://android.googlesource.com/platform/frameworks/base/+/4cff1f49ff95d990d6c2Vendor Advisory
- https://groups.google.com/forum/message/raw?msg=android-security-updates/1M7qbSvVendor Advisory
- https://android.googlesource.com/platform/frameworks/base/+/1e72dc7a3074cd0b44d8Vendor Advisory
- https://android.googlesource.com/platform/frameworks/base/+/4cff1f49ff95d990d6c2Vendor Advisory
- https://groups.google.com/forum/message/raw?msg=android-security-updates/1M7qbSvVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2015-3849?
CVE-2015-3849 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). The Region_createFromParcel function in core/jni/android/graphics/Region.cpp in Region in Android before 5.1.1 LMY48M does not check the return values of certain read operations, which allows attacker...
How severe is CVE-2015-3849?
CVE-2015-3849 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 9.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2015-3849?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Android.