CVE-2016-6785: Critical severity Google Android vulnerability
An elevation of privilege vulnerability in the MediaTek driver could enable a local malicious application to execute arbitrary code within the context of the kernel. This issue is rated as High because it first requires compromising a privileged process. Product: Android. Versions: Kernel-3.10. Android ID: A-31748056. References: MT-ALPS02961400.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-6785?
CVE-2016-6785 is rated as High due to its potential to allow elevation of privilege within the Android operating system.
How does CVE-2016-6785 affect the Android operating system?
CVE-2016-6785 affects the MediaTek driver in Android, enabling a local application to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges.
What versions of Android are affected by CVE-2016-6785?
CVE-2016-6785 affects devices running Android with kernel version 3.10.
How can CVE-2016-6785 be mitigated?
To mitigate CVE-2016-6785, ensure that your Android device is updated to the latest security patches provided by the manufacturer.
Who can exploit CVE-2016-6785?
CVE-2016-6785 can be exploited by a local malicious application that has compromised a privileged process on the device.