CVE-2016-0801: Input Validation
First published: Sun Feb 07 2016(Updated: )
The Broadcom Wi-Fi driver in the kernel in Android 4.x before 4.4.4, 5.x before 5.1.1 LMY49G, and 6.x before 2016-02-01 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via crafted wireless control message packets, aka internal bug 25662029.
Credit: security@android.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| iPhone OS | <=9.2.1 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | <=10.11.3 | |
| tvOS | <=9.1 | |
| Apple iOS, iPadOS, and watchOS | <=2.1 | |
| Android | =4.4.4 | |
| Android | =5.0 | |
| Android | =5.1.1 | |
| Android | =6.0 | |
| Android | =6.0.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Mar/msg00000.html
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Mar/msg00001.html
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Mar/msg00002.html
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2016/Mar/msg00004.html
- http://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2016-02-01.html
- http://www.arubanetworks.com/assets/alert/ARUBA-PSA-2016-004.txt
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1035353
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2018/11/msg00015.html
- https://support.apple.com/HT206166
- https://support.apple.com/HT206167
- https://support.apple.com/HT206168
- https://support.apple.com/HT206169
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/39801/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-0801?
CVE-2016-0801 has a high severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution and denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2016-0801?
To fix CVE-2016-0801, update affected devices to the latest software version provided by the manufacturer.
What versions of Android are affected by CVE-2016-0801?
CVE-2016-0801 affects Android versions prior to 4.4.4, 5.x prior to 5.1.1, and 6.x before February 1, 2016.
Can CVE-2016-0801 affect devices other than Android?
Yes, CVE-2016-0801 also affects Apple devices running iPhone OS, macOS, tvOS, and watchOS, up to specific versions.
What types of attacks are possible with CVE-2016-0801?
CVE-2016-0801 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service through crafted wireless control message packets.
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