CVE-2016-2459: Infoleak
mediaserver in Android 4.x before 4.4.4, 5.0.x before 5.0.2, 5.1.x before 5.1.1, and 6.x before 2016-05-01 does not initialize certain data structures, which allows attackers to obtain sensitive information via a crafted application, related to IGraphicBufferConsumer.cpp and IGraphicBufferProducer.cpp, aka internal bug 27556038.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-2459?
CVE-2016-2459 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to expose sensitive information.
How do I fix CVE-2016-2459?
To fix CVE-2016-2459, users should update their Android devices to the latest software version that patches the vulnerability.
What versions of Android are affected by CVE-2016-2459?
CVE-2016-2459 affects Android versions 4.0 through 6.0.1 before the specific security patch date of May 1, 2016.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2016-2459?
CVE-2016-2459 can be exploited by crafted applications to gain unauthorized access to sensitive information stored on the affected device.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2016-2459 if I cannot update my device?
No official workaround exists for CVE-2016-2459, and the best course of action is to update to a secure version of Android.