CVE-2016-7160: Null Pointer Dereference
Published Nov 3, 2016
·Updated
A vulnerability on Samsung Mobile M(6.0) devices exists because external access to SystemUI activities is not properly restricted, leading to a SystemUI crash and device restart, aka SVE-2016-6248.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Samsung Samsung Mobile=6.0
Event History
Nov 3, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2016-7160?
CVE-2016-7160 has a medium severity rating, due to its ability to cause a SystemUI crash and device restart.
2
How do I fix CVE-2016-7160?
To fix CVE-2016-7160, ensure that your Samsung Mobile device is updated to the latest software version provided by Samsung.
3
What devices are affected by CVE-2016-7160?
CVE-2016-7160 specifically affects Samsung Mobile devices running version 6.0 of their operating system.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-7160?
CVE-2016-7160 is a vulnerability caused by inadequate restriction of external access to SystemUI activities.
5
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2016-7160?
The impacts of CVE-2016-7160 include unexpected device restarts and instability in the SystemUI.