Vulnerability Description
The checkDestination function in internal/telephony/SMSDispatcher.java in Android before 5.1.1 LMY48M relies on an obsolete permission name for an authorization check, which allows attackers to bypass an intended user-confirmation requirement for SMS short-code messaging via a crafted application, aka internal bug 22314646.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | <= 5.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://android.googlesource.com/platform/frameworks/opt/telephony/+/df31d37d285Vendor Advisory
- https://groups.google.com/forum/message/raw?msg=android-security-updates/1M7qbSvVendor Advisory
- https://android.googlesource.com/platform/frameworks/opt/telephony/+/df31d37d285Vendor Advisory
- https://groups.google.com/forum/message/raw?msg=android-security-updates/1M7qbSvVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2015-3858?
CVE-2015-3858 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). The checkDestination function in internal/telephony/SMSDispatcher.java in Android before 5.1.1 LMY48M relies on an obsolete permission name for an authorization check, which allows attackers to bypass...
How severe is CVE-2015-3858?
CVE-2015-3858 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-2015-3858?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Android.