CVE-2016-2060
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CVE-2016-2060 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. server/TetherController.cpp in the tethering controller in netd, as distributed with Qualcomm Innovation Center (QuIC) Android contributions for MSM devices and other products, does not properly validate upstream interface names, which allows attackers to bypass intended access restrictions via a crafted application.. EPSS estimates a 0.47% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
server/TetherController.cpp in the tethering controller in netd, as distributed with Qualcomm Innovation Center (QuIC) Android contributions for MSM devices and other products, does not properly validate upstream interface names, which allows attackers to bypass intended access restrictions via a crafted application.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | <= 6.0.1 |
References
- http://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2016-05-01.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2016-05-01.htmlVendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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