Vulnerability Description
The Synaptics touchscreen driver in Android before 2016-10-05 on Nexus 6P and Android One devices allows attackers to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka internal bug 30141991.
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 | <= 7.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2016-10-01.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93338
- http://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2016-10-01.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93338
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-3940?
CVE-2016-3940 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). The Synaptics touchscreen driver in Android before 2016-10-05 on Nexus 6P and Android One devices allows attackers to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka internal bug 30141991.
How severe is CVE-2016-3940?
CVE-2016-3940 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-2016-3940?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Android.