CVE-2015-6610: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue Nov 03 2015(Updated: )
libstagefright in Android before 5.1.1 LMY48X and 6.0 before 2015-11-01 allows attackers to gain privileges or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted application, aka internal bug 23707088.
Credit: security@android.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Android | >=5.0<5.1.1 | |
| Android | =6.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-6610?
CVE-2015-6610 has a severity rating that indicates it can lead to privilege escalation or denial of service due to memory corruption.
How do I fix CVE-2015-6610?
To fix CVE-2015-6610, update your Android device to version 5.1.1 or later, or to the security patch released on November 1, 2015, for version 6.0.
What versions of Android are affected by CVE-2015-6610?
CVE-2015-6610 affects Android versions before 5.1.1 and version 6.0 prior to the November 1, 2015 security patch.
What type of attack does CVE-2015-6610 allow?
CVE-2015-6610 allows attackers to gain elevated privileges or cause denial of service by exploiting a crafted application.
Is CVE-2015-6610 a known bug?
Yes, CVE-2015-6610 is associated with internal bug report 23707088, which documents its discovery and impact.
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