CVE-2016-6769: Medium severity Google Android vulnerability

Published Dec 5, 2016
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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.

Affected Software

9 affected components
Google Android=5.0
Google Android=5.0.1
Google Android=5.0.2
Google Android=5.1
Google Android=5.1.0
Google Android=5.1.1
Google Android=6.0
Google Android=6.0.1
Google Android

Event History

Dec 5, 2016
CVE Published
via Android·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Android·12:00 AM
SeverityAffected Software
Jan 12, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

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.

2

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.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2016-6769?

CVE-2016-6769 affects users of Google Android versions 5.0 through 6.0.1.

4

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.

5

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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