CVE-2015-7889: Medium severity android vulnerability

Published Dec 27, 2017
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Updated

The SecEmailComposer/EmailComposer application in the Samsung S6 Edge before the October 2015 MR uses weak permissions for the com.samsung.android.email.intent.action.QUICKREPLYBACKGROUND service action, which might allow remote attackers with knowledge of the local email address to obtain sensitive information via a crafted application that sends a crafted intent.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Google Android<=5.1.1
Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge

Event History

Dec 27, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2015-7889?

CVE-2015-7889 is a vulnerability in the SecEmailComposer/EmailComposer application in the Samsung S6 Edge before the October 2015 MR.

2

How severe is CVE-2015-7889?

CVE-2015-7889 has a severity level of 5.5 (medium).

3

What is the affected software?

The affected software includes Android version up to and including 5.1.1 and the Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge.

4

How can remote attackers exploit CVE-2015-7889?

Remote attackers with knowledge of the local email address can exploit CVE-2015-7889 to obtain sensitive information.

5

Are there any references for CVE-2015-7889?

Yes, you can find more information about CVE-2015-7889 at the following references: [1](http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/134105/Samsung-SecEmailComposer-QUICK_REPLY_BACKGROUND-Permission-Weakness.html), [2](http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/77339), [3](https://bugs.chromium.org/p/project-zero/issues/detail.id=490&redir=1)

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