CVE-2016-8443: High severity android vulnerability
Published Jan 3, 2017
·Updated
Possible unauthorized memory access in the hypervisor. Incorrect configuration provides access to subsystem page tables. Product: Android. Versions: Kernel 3.18. Android ID: A-32576499. References: QC-CR#964185.
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-2016-8443?
CVE-2016-8443 has a severity rating that indicates it can potentially lead to unauthorized memory access in the hypervisor.
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How do I fix CVE-2016-8443?
To resolve CVE-2016-8443, ensure that your Android device is updated to a patched version of the operating system.
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Which versions of Android are affected by CVE-2016-8443?
CVE-2016-8443 affects Android devices running the Linux Kernel version 3.18.
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What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2016-8443?
CVE-2016-8443 is a vulnerability related to incorrect configurations that allow access to subsystem page tables.
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What product is impacted by CVE-2016-8443?
CVE-2016-8443 impacts Android operating systems utilizing Kernel version 3.18.