Vulnerability Description
libs/binder/IMemory.cpp in the IMemory Native Interface in Android 4.x before 4.4.4, 5.0.x before 5.0.2, 5.1.x before 5.1.1, and 6.x before 2016-04-01 does not properly consider the heap size, which allows attackers to gain privileges via a crafted application, as demonstrated by obtaining Signature or SignatureOrSystem access, aka internal bug 26877992.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | 4.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2016-04-02.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- https://android.googlesource.com/platform/frameworks/native/+/f3199c228aced7858b
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/39686/
- http://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2016-04-02.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- https://android.googlesource.com/platform/frameworks/native/+/f3199c228aced7858b
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/39686/
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-0846?
CVE-2016-0846 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.4 (HIGH). libs/binder/IMemory.cpp in the IMemory Native Interface in Android 4.x before 4.4.4, 5.0.x before 5.0.2, 5.1.x before 5.1.1, and 6.x before 2016-04-01 does not properly consider the heap size, which a...
How severe is CVE-2016-0846?
CVE-2016-0846 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-0846?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Android.