CVE-2016-6769
First published: Mon Dec 05 2016(Updated: )
An elevation of privilege vulnerability in Smart Lock could enable a local malicious user to access Smart Lock settings without a PIN. This issue is rated as Moderate because it first requires physical access to an unlocked device where Smart Lock was the last settings pane accessed by the user. Product: Android. Versions: 5.0.2, 5.1.1, 6.0, 6.0.1. Android ID: A-29055171.
Credit: security@android.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Android | =5.0 | |
| Android | =5.0.1 | |
| Android | =5.0.2 | |
| Android | =5.1 | |
| Android | =5.1.0 | |
| Android | =5.1.1 | |
| Android | =6.0 | |
| Android | =6.0.1 | |
| Android | ||
| =5.0 | ||
| =5.0.1 | ||
| =5.0.2 | ||
| =5.1 | ||
| =5.1.0 | ||
| =5.1.1 | ||
| =6.0 | ||
| =6.0.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-6769?
CVE-2016-6769 has a severity rating of Moderate, as it requires physical access to an unlocked device.
How do I fix CVE-2016-6769?
To fix CVE-2016-6769, ensure your device is updated to the latest version of Android that addresses this vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2016-6769?
CVE-2016-6769 affects users of Google Android versions 5.0 through 6.0.1.
What kind of attack is possible with CVE-2016-6769?
CVE-2016-6769 allows a local malicious user to gain access to Smart Lock settings without a PIN.
Can CVE-2016-6769 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2016-6769 cannot be exploited remotely as it requires physical access to the device.
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