CVE-2016-8398: Critical severity Google Android vulnerability
Published Jan 3, 2017
·Updated
Unauthenticated messages processed by the UE. Certain NAS messages are processed when no EPS security context exists in the UE. Product: Android. Versions: Kernel 3.18. Android ID: A-31548486. References: QC-CR#877705.
Affected Software
2 affected components
Google Android
Linux Linux Kernel=3.18
Event History
Jan 3, 2017
CVE Published
via Android·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Android·12:00 AM
Affected Software
Jan 12, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the severity of CVE-2016-8398?
CVE-2016-8398 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its impact on Android devices.
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How do I fix CVE-2016-8398?
To fix CVE-2016-8398, install the latest security updates provided by the Android operating system.
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What does CVE-2016-8398 affect?
CVE-2016-8398 affects Android devices running Linux Kernel version 3.18.
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What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-8398?
CVE-2016-8398 is an unauthenticated message processing vulnerability that can occur without an EPS security context.
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Is CVE-2016-8398 present in all Android versions?
CVE-2016-8398 is specific to Android devices that utilize the affected Linux Kernel version 3.18, not all Android versions.