Vulnerability Description
The Telecom Component in Android 5.0.x before 5.0.2, 5.1.x before 5.1.1, and 6.x before 2016-04-01 allows attackers to spoof the originating telephone number of a call via a crafted application, as demonstrated by obtaining Signature or SignatureOrSystem access, aka internal bug 26864502.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | 5.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2016-04-02.htmlVendor Advisory
- https://android.googlesource.com/platform/packages/services/Telecomm/+/2750faaa1
- https://android.googlesource.com/platform/packages/services/Telephony/+/a294ae53
- http://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2016-04-02.htmlVendor Advisory
- https://android.googlesource.com/platform/packages/services/Telecomm/+/2750faaa1
- https://android.googlesource.com/platform/packages/services/Telephony/+/a294ae53
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-0847?
CVE-2016-0847 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.4 (HIGH). The Telecom Component in Android 5.0.x before 5.0.2, 5.1.x before 5.1.1, and 6.x before 2016-04-01 allows attackers to spoof the originating telephone number of a call via a crafted application, as de...
How severe is CVE-2016-0847?
CVE-2016-0847 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-2016-0847?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Android.