CVE-2016-8437: Input Validation
Published Jan 3, 2017
·Updated
Improper input validation in Access Control APIs. Access control API may return memory range checking incorrectly. Product: Android. Versions: Kernel 3.18. Android ID: A-31623057. References: QC-CR#1009695.
Affected Software
2 affected components
Google Android
Linux Linux Kernel=3.18
Event History
Jan 3, 2017
CVE Published
via Android·12:00 AM
Jan 12, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:59 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the severity of CVE-2016-8437?
The severity of CVE-2016-8437 is classified as high due to improper input validation in Access Control APIs.
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How do I fix CVE-2016-8437?
To fix CVE-2016-8437, update your Android device to a version that has patched the vulnerability.
3
Which versions of Android are affected by CVE-2016-8437?
CVE-2016-8437 affects Android versions running on Kernel 3.18.
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What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-8437?
CVE-2016-8437 is categorized as an access control vulnerability due to improper input validation.
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Who is affected by CVE-2016-8437?
Users of Android devices and systems utilizing Kernel version 3.18 are potentially affected by CVE-2016-8437.