Vulnerability Description
The MT6573FDVT_SetRegHW function in camera_fdvt.c in the MediaTek driver for Linux allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application that makes an MT6573FDVTIOC_T_SET_FDCONF_CMD IOCTL call.
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 | <= 7.1.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/138113/MediaTek-Driver-Privilege-EscalationExploitThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/539058/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92207Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2016-12-01.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/138113/MediaTek-Driver-Privilege-EscalationExploitThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/539058/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92207Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2016-12-01.htmlVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-6492?
CVE-2016-6492 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). The MT6573FDVT_SetRegHW function in camera_fdvt.c in the MediaTek driver for Linux allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application that makes an MT6573FDVTIOC_T_SET_FDCONF_CMD IOCTL ca...
How severe is CVE-2016-6492?
CVE-2016-6492 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-2016-6492?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Android.