CVE-2015-7895
First published: Tue Jun 27 2017(Updated: )
Samsung Gallery on the Samsung Galaxy S6 allows local users to cause a denial of service (process crash).
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Samsung Mobile | ||
| Samsung Galaxy S6 Firmware |
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Reference Links
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/134950/Samsung-Galaxy-S6-Samsung-Gallery-Bitmap-Decoding-Crash.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/77429
- https://bugs.chromium.org/p/project-zero/issues/detail?id=497&redir=1
- https://googleprojectzero.blogspot.ie/2015/11/hack-galaxy-hunting-bugs-in-samsung.html
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/38613/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-7895?
CVE-2015-7895 is considered a low severity vulnerability as it leads to a denial of service through a process crash.
How do I fix CVE-2015-7895?
To mitigate CVE-2015-7895, ensure that your Samsung Galaxy S6 is updated to the latest firmware version from Samsung.
Who is affected by CVE-2015-7895?
CVE-2015-7895 affects local users of the Samsung Gallery app on the Samsung Galaxy S6.
What does CVE-2015-7895 exploit?
CVE-2015-7895 exploits a vulnerability in the bitmap decoding functionality of the Samsung Gallery app.
Can CVE-2015-7895 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2015-7895 cannot be exploited remotely as it requires local access to the device.
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