CVE-2016-10457: Critical severity Google Android vulnerability
In Android before 2018-04-05 or earlier security patch level on Qualcomm Snapdragon Mobile and Snapdragon Wear MDM9206, MDM9607, MDM9650, MSM8909W, SD 210/SD 212/SD 205, SD 400, SD 410/12, SD 425, SD 430, SD 450, SD 615/16/SD 415, SD 617, SD 625, SD 650/52, SD 800, SD 808, SD 810, SD 820, SD 835, and SDX20, app is requesting more permissions than required.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-10457?
The severity of CVE-2016-10457 is critical with a severity value of 9.8.
How can I fix CVE-2016-10457?
To fix CVE-2016-10457, update your Android device to the security patch level released on or after April 5, 2018.
Which Qualcomm Snapdragon Mobile and Snapdragon Wear devices are affected by CVE-2016-10457?
Qualcomm Snapdragon Mobile and Snapdragon Wear devices with MDM9206, MDM9607, MDM9650, MSM8909W, SD 210/SD 212/SD 205, SD 400, SD 410/12, SD 425, SD 430, SD 450, SD 615/16/SD 415, SD 617, SD 625, SD 650/52, SD 800, SD 808, SD 810, SD 820, SD 835, and Sdx20 are affected by CVE-2016-10457.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2016-10457?
You can find more information about CVE-2016-10457 in the following references: [Link 1](http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/103671), [Link 2](https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2018-04-01), [Link 3](https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/2018-04-01/#asterisk).
What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID for CVE-2016-10457?
The Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID for CVE-2016-10457 is 264.