CVE-2016-5346: Infoleak
First published: Mon Apr 03 2017(Updated: )
An Information Disclosure vulnerability exists in the Google Pixel/Pixel SL Qualcomm Avtimer Driver due to a NULL pointer dereference when processing an accept system call by the user process on AF_MSM_IPC sockets, which could let a local malicious user obtain sensitive information (Android Bug ID A-32551280).
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Android | ||
| Android | <7.0 | |
| Google Products | ||
| Google Pixel XL |
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Reference Links
- https://source.codeaurora.org/quic/la//kernel/msm-3.18/commit/?id=6298a474322fb2182f795a622b2faa64abfd8474
- https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/2017-04-01 (Advisory)
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97371
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038201
- https://github.com/ele7enxxh/poc-exp/tree/master/CVE-2016-5346
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2017-04-01.html
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-5346?
CVE-2016-5346 is classified as an information disclosure vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2016-5346?
Fixing CVE-2016-5346 involves updating the Google Pixel or Pixel XL device to a secure version of Android beyond 7.0.
Which devices are affected by CVE-2016-5346?
CVE-2016-5346 affects Google Pixel and Google Pixel XL devices running Android versions up to 7.0.
Can a remote attacker exploit CVE-2016-5346?
No, CVE-2016-5346 requires local access for exploitation by a malicious user.
What type of information could be disclosed due to CVE-2016-5346?
CVE-2016-5346 can potentially allow a local user to obtain sensitive information from the affected system.
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