Vulnerability Description
A time-of-check time-of-use race condition could potentially exist in the secure file system in all Android releases from CAF using the Linux kernel.
CVSS Score
7.0
HIGH
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:H/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98555
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038201
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2017-04-01PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98555
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038201
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2017-04-01PatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-10242?
CVE-2016-10242 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.0 (HIGH). A time-of-check time-of-use race condition could potentially exist in the secure file system in all Android releases from CAF using the Linux kernel.
How severe is CVE-2016-10242?
CVE-2016-10242 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-10242?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Android.