Vulnerability Description
The BnGraphicBufferProducer::onTransact function in libs/gui/IGraphicBufferConsumer.cpp in mediaserver in Android 4.x before 4.4.4, 5.x before 5.1.1 LMY49H, and 6.x before 2016-03-01 does not initialize a certain output data structure, which allows attackers to obtain sensitive information, and consequently bypass an unspecified protection mechanism, by triggering a QUEUE_BUFFER action, as demonstrated by obtaining Signature or SignatureOrSystem access, aka internal bug 26338109.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | 4.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2016-03-01.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/84261
- https://android.googlesource.com/platform/frameworks/native/+/d06421fd37fbb7fd07
- http://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2016-03-01.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/84261
- https://android.googlesource.com/platform/frameworks/native/+/d06421fd37fbb7fd07
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-0829?
CVE-2016-0829 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). The BnGraphicBufferProducer::onTransact function in libs/gui/IGraphicBufferConsumer.cpp in mediaserver in Android 4.x before 4.4.4, 5.x before 5.1.1 LMY49H, and 6.x before 2016-03-01 does not initiali...
How severe is CVE-2016-0829?
CVE-2016-0829 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-0829?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Android.