Vulnerability Description
An information disclosure vulnerability in the NVIDIA librm library (libnvrm) could enable a local malicious application to access data outside of its permission levels. This issue is rated as Moderate because it could be used to access sensitive data without permission. Product: Android. Versions: Kernel-3.18. Android ID: A-31251599. References: N-CVE-2016-8400.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 3.18 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/4561
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94713
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2016-12-01.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/4561
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94713
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2016-12-01.htmlVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-8400?
CVE-2016-8400 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). An information disclosure vulnerability in the NVIDIA librm library (libnvrm) could enable a local malicious application to access data outside of its permission levels. This issue is rated as Moderat...
How severe is CVE-2016-8400?
CVE-2016-8400 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-8400?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.