CVE-2016-11041
MEDIUMCVSS 4.6/10EPSS 0.14%
Last modified
CVE-2016-11041 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.6/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue was discovered on Samsung mobile devices with KK(4.4) software. Attackers can bypass the lockscreen by sending an AT command over USB. EPSS estimates a 0.14% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered on Samsung mobile devices with KK(4.4) software. Attackers can bypass the lockscreen by sending an AT command over USB. The Samsung ID is SVE-2015-5301 (June 2016).
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | 4.4 |
References
- https://security.samsungmobile.com/securityUpdate.smsbVendor Advisory
- https://security.samsungmobile.com/securityUpdate.smsbVendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-11041?
An issue was discovered on Samsung mobile devices with KK(4.4) software. Attackers can bypass the lockscreen by sending an AT command over USB. The Samsung ID is SVE-2015-5301 (June 2016).
How severe is CVE-2016-11041?
CVE-2016-11041 has a CVSS score of 4.6/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.14% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-11041?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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