What is the severity of CVE-2016-1520?

CVE-2016-1520 is classified as a high severity vulnerability.

How do I fix CVE-2016-1520?

To fix CVE-2016-1520, update the Grandstream Wave app to version 1.0.1.27 or later.

What does CVE-2016-1520 affect?

CVE-2016-1520 affects the Grandstream Wave app version 1.0.1.26 and earlier on Android.

What type of attack is possible with CVE-2016-1520?

CVE-2016-1520 allows man-in-the-middle attackers to execute arbitrary code.

Why is HTTPS important for apps like Grandstream Wave regarding CVE-2016-1520?

HTTPS is important as it encrypts communication, preventing man-in-the-middle attacks as seen in CVE-2016-1520.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2016-1520

high

7.8

CWE

254

21/4/2017

5/8/2024

CVE-2016-1520

First published: Fri Apr 21 2017(Updated: )

The Grandstream Wave app 1.0.1.26 and earlier for Android does not use HTTPS when retrieving update information, which might allow man-in-the-middle attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted application.

Credit: cret@cert.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Grandstream Wave	<=1.0.1.26

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-1520?
CVE-2016-1520 is classified as a high severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2016-1520?
To fix CVE-2016-1520, update the Grandstream Wave app to version 1.0.1.27 or later.
What does CVE-2016-1520 affect?
CVE-2016-1520 affects the Grandstream Wave app version 1.0.1.26 and earlier on Android.
What type of attack is possible with CVE-2016-1520?
CVE-2016-1520 allows man-in-the-middle attackers to execute arbitrary code.
Why is HTTPS important for apps like Grandstream Wave regarding CVE-2016-1520?
HTTPS is important as it encrypts communication, preventing man-in-the-middle attacks as seen in CVE-2016-1520.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-1520?
CVE-2016-1520 is classified as a high severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2016-1520?
To fix CVE-2016-1520, update the Grandstream Wave app to version 1.0.1.27 or later.
What does CVE-2016-1520 affect?
CVE-2016-1520 affects the Grandstream Wave app version 1.0.1.26 and earlier on Android.
What type of attack is possible with CVE-2016-1520?
CVE-2016-1520 allows man-in-the-middle attackers to execute arbitrary code.
Why is HTTPS important for apps like Grandstream Wave regarding CVE-2016-1520?
HTTPS is important as it encrypts communication, preventing man-in-the-middle attacks as seen in CVE-2016-1520.