CVE-2016-8434
First published: Tue Jan 03 2017(Updated: )
An elevation of privilege vulnerability in the Qualcomm GPU driver could enable a local malicious application to execute arbitrary code within the context of the kernel. This issue is rated as Critical due to the possibility of a local permanent device compromise, which may require reflashing the operating system to repair the device. Product: Android. Versions: Kernel-3.10. Android ID: A-32125137. References: QC-CR#1081855.
Credit: security@android.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Android | ||
| Linux kernel | =3.10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-8434?
CVE-2016-8434 is rated as Critical due to the potential for a local malicious application to execute arbitrary code within the kernel.
How do I fix CVE-2016-8434?
To fix CVE-2016-8434, you should update your Android device or Linux Kernel to a version that includes the relevant security patches.
What systems are affected by CVE-2016-8434?
CVE-2016-8434 affects devices running certain versions of the Qualcomm GPU driver on Google Android and Linux Kernel 3.10.
What are the implications of CVE-2016-8434?
The implications of CVE-2016-8434 include the possibility of a local permanent device compromise requiring a complete reflash to recover.
Can CVE-2016-8434 allow remote attacks?
CVE-2016-8434 does not allow remote attacks; it requires local access for exploitation.
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