CVE-2016-11029: High severity android vulnerability
Published Apr 7, 2020
·Updated
An issue was discovered on Samsung mobile devices with L(5.0/5.1), M(6.0), and N(7.0) software. Attackers can read the password of the Mobile Hotspot in the log because of an unprotected intent. The Samsung ID is SVE-2016-7301 (December 2016).
Affected Software
4 affected components
Google Android=5.0
Google Android=5.1
Google Android=6.0
Google Android=7.0
Event History
Apr 7, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:45 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:45 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2016-11029?
CVE-2016-11029 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential exposure of sensitive information.
2
How do I fix CVE-2016-11029?
To fix CVE-2016-11029, update your Samsung mobile device to the latest security patch provided by Samsung.
3
What devices are affected by CVE-2016-11029?
CVE-2016-11029 affects Samsung mobile devices running Android versions 5.0, 5.1, 6.0, and 7.0.
4
What type of information can be leaked due to CVE-2016-11029?
CVE-2016-11029 allows attackers to read the password of the Mobile Hotspot through unprotected intent logs.
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When was CVE-2016-11029 disclosed?
CVE-2016-11029 was disclosed in December 2016 as part of Samsung's security updates.