CVE-2016-6193: Buffer Overflow

Published Aug 2, 2016
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Updated

Buffer overflow in the Wi-Fi driver in Huawei P8 smartphones with software before GRA-CL00C92B363 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (system crash) or gain privileges via a crafted application, a different vulnerability than CVE-2016-6192.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Huawei P8 Smartphone Firmware<=gra-cl00c92b350

Event History

Aug 2, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-6193?

CVE-2016-6193 is considered a critical vulnerability as it can lead to system crashes and privilege escalation.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-6193?

To fix CVE-2016-6193, update the Huawei P8 smartphone firmware to version GRA-CL00C92B363 or later.

3

What types of attacks can CVE-2016-6193 enable?

CVE-2016-6193 can enable denial of service attacks or privilege escalation through a crafted application.

4

Which devices are affected by CVE-2016-6193?

CVE-2016-6193 affects Huawei P8 smartphones running firmware versions prior to GRA-CL00C92B363.

5

Is CVE-2016-6193 related to any other vulnerabilities?

Yes, CVE-2016-6193 is a different vulnerability from CVE-2016-6192, although both affect Huawei devices.

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