CVE-2016-2441
First published: Mon May 09 2016(Updated: )
The Qualcomm buspm driver in Android before 2016-05-01 on Nexus 5X, 6, and 6P devices allows attackers to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka internal bug 26354602.
Credit: security@android.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Google Nexus 5X | ||
| Google Nexus 6 | ||
| Google Nexus 6P Firmware | ||
| Android | <=6.0.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-2441?
CVE-2016-2441 is considered a high severity vulnerability that allows attackers to gain privileges on affected Android devices.
How do I fix CVE-2016-2441?
To fix CVE-2016-2441, update your affected Nexus device to a version of Android that is later than 6.0.1.
Which devices are affected by CVE-2016-2441?
CVE-2016-2441 affects Nexus 5X, Nexus 6, and Nexus 6P devices running Android versions up to 6.0.1.
Can CVE-2016-2441 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2016-2441 requires user interaction, specifically through a crafted application, to exploit the vulnerability.
What components are involved in CVE-2016-2441?
CVE-2016-2441 involves the Qualcomm buspm driver in the Android operating system.
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