CVE-2015-6639: Critical severity android vulnerability

Published Jan 4, 2016
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Updated

The Widevine QSEE TrustZone application in Android 5.x before 5.1.1 LMY49F and 6.0 before 2016-01-01 allows attackers to gain privileges via a crafted application that leverages QSEECOM access, aka internal bug 24446875.

Affected Software

5 affected components
Google Android=5.0
Google Android=5.1.1
Google Android=6.0
Google Android=6.0.1
Google Android

Event History

Jan 4, 2016
CVE Published
via Android·12:00 AM
Jan 6, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2015-6639?

CVE-2015-6639 is considered a critical vulnerability due to the potential for privilege escalation.

2

How do I fix CVE-2015-6639?

To fix CVE-2015-6639, update affected Android devices to patched versions beyond 5.1.1 LMY49F and 6.0 released on or after January 1, 2016.

3

What platforms are affected by CVE-2015-6639?

CVE-2015-6639 affects Google Android versions 5.0, 5.1.1, 6.0, and 6.0.1.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2015-6639 involve?

CVE-2015-6639 involves an attack that leverages a crafted application to gain unauthorized privileges through QSEECOM access.

5

Is CVE-2015-6639 still a risk for users?

CVE-2015-6639 poses a risk for users who have not updated their devices to the latest security patches.

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