Vulnerability Description
rootdir/init.rc in Android 4.x before 4.4.4 does not ensure that the /data/tombstones directory exists for the Debuggerd component, which allows attackers to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka internal bug 26403620.
CVSS Score
7.8
HIGH
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | 4.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2016-04-02.htmlVendor Advisory
- https://android.googlesource.com/platform/system/core/+/669ecc2f5e80ff924fa20ce7
- https://android.googlesource.com/platform/system/core/+/81df1cc77722000f8d0025c1
- http://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2016-04-02.htmlVendor Advisory
- https://android.googlesource.com/platform/system/core/+/669ecc2f5e80ff924fa20ce7
- https://android.googlesource.com/platform/system/core/+/81df1cc77722000f8d0025c1
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-2420?
CVE-2016-2420 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). rootdir/init.rc in Android 4.x before 4.4.4 does not ensure that the /data/tombstones directory exists for the Debuggerd component, which allows attackers to gain privileges via a crafted application,...
How severe is CVE-2016-2420?
CVE-2016-2420 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-2420?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Android.