CVE-2015-6645
First published: Mon Jan 04 2016(Updated: )
SyncManager in Android before 5.1.1 LMY49F and 6.0 before 2016-01-01 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (continuous rebooting) via a crafted application, aka internal bug 23591205.
Credit: security@android.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Android | ||
| Android | =4.4.4 | |
| Android | =5.0 | |
| Android | =5.0.1 | |
| Android | =5.0.2 | |
| Android | =5.1.0 | |
| Android | =5.1.1 | |
| Android | =6.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-6645?
CVE-2015-6645 has a high severity rating as it can cause denial of service through continuous rebooting.
How do I fix CVE-2015-6645?
To fix CVE-2015-6645, update your Android device to versions 5.1.1 or later.
Which versions of Android are affected by CVE-2015-6645?
CVE-2015-6645 affects Android versions 4.4.4, 5.0, and 5.1.0 and earlier.
Can CVE-2015-6645 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2015-6645 requires a crafted application to exploit, so it is not a remote exploit.
What types of attacks does CVE-2015-6645 facilitate?
CVE-2015-6645 facilitates denial of service attacks leading to device instability and continuous rebooting.
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