CVE-2016-2421
UnknownEPSS 0.17%
Last modified
CVE-2016-2421 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Setup Wizard in Android 5.1.x before 5.1.1 and 6.x before 2016-04-01 allows physically proximate attackers to bypass the Factory Reset Protection protection mechanism and delete data via unspecified vectors, aka internal bug 26154410.. EPSS estimates a 0.17% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Setup Wizard in Android 5.1.x before 5.1.1 and 6.x before 2016-04-01 allows physically proximate attackers to bypass the Factory Reset Protection protection mechanism and delete data via unspecified vectors, aka internal bug 26154410.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | 5.1 | |
| Android | 5.1.0 | |
| Android | 6.0 | |
| Android | 6.0.1 |
References
- http://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2016-04-02.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2016-04-02.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-2421?
Setup Wizard in Android 5.1.x before 5.1.1 and 6.x before 2016-04-01 allows physically proximate attackers to bypass the Factory Reset Protection protection mechanism and delete data via unspecified vectors, aka internal bug 26154410.
How severe is CVE-2016-2421?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-2421 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.17% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-2421?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2016-2421?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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