Vulnerability Description
libbacktrace/Backtrace.cpp in debuggerd 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 2016-05-01 allows attackers to gain privileges via an application containing a crafted symbol name, aka internal bug 27299236.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | 4.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2016-05-01.htmlVendor Advisory
- https://android.googlesource.com/platform/system/core/+/ad54cfed4516292654c99791
- http://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2016-05-01.htmlVendor Advisory
- https://android.googlesource.com/platform/system/core/+/ad54cfed4516292654c99791
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-2430?
CVE-2016-2430 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). libbacktrace/Backtrace.cpp in debuggerd 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 2016-05-01 allows attackers to gain privileges via an application containing...
How severe is CVE-2016-2430?
CVE-2016-2430 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-2016-2430?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Android.