CVE-2016-2441: High severity google nexus 5x vulnerability
Published May 9, 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.
Affected Software
4 affected components
Google Nexus 5x
Google Nexus 6
Google Nexus 6p
Google Android<=6.0.1
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
May 9, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
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.
2
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.
3
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.
4
Can CVE-2016-2441 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2016-2441 requires user interaction, specifically through a crafted application, to exploit the vulnerability.
5
What components are involved in CVE-2016-2441?
CVE-2016-2441 involves the Qualcomm buspm driver in the Android operating system.