CVE-2016-10440: Critical severity android vulnerability
Published Apr 2, 2018
·Updated
In Android before 2018-04-05 or earlier security patch level on Qualcomm Snapdragon Mobile SD 425, SD 430, SD 450, SD 625, and SD 650/52, there is improper access control to a bus.
Affected Software
13 affected components
Google Android
Qualcomm Sd 425 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 425
Qualcomm Sd 430 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 430
Qualcomm Sd 450 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 450
Qualcomm Sd 625 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 625
Qualcomm Sd 650 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 650
Qualcomm Sd 652 Firmware
Qualcomm Sd 652
Event History
Apr 2, 2018
CVE Published
via Android·12:00 AM
Apr 18, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2016-10440?
CVE-2016-10440 is rated as a high severity vulnerability due to improper access control.
2
How do I fix CVE-2016-10440?
To fix CVE-2016-10440, update your Android device to the April 2018 security patch or later.
3
Which devices are affected by CVE-2016-10440?
CVE-2016-10440 affects devices using Qualcomm Snapdragon SD 425, SD 430, SD 450, SD 625, and SD 650/652 chipsets.
4
What vulnerabilities does CVE-2016-10440 introduce?
CVE-2016-10440 can potentially allow unauthorized access to internal components of affected Qualcomm chipsets.
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When was CVE-2016-10440 disclosed?
CVE-2016-10440 was disclosed in April 2018 with the release of security patches addressing the vulnerability.