CVE-2016-2444

Name: CVE-2016-2444
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-05-09T10:59:21.813+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.37%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-2444 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The NVIDIA media driver in Android before 2016-05-01 on Nexus 9 devices allows attackers to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka internal bug 27208332.. EPSS estimates a 0.37% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The NVIDIA media driver in Android before 2016-05-01 on Nexus 9 devices allows attackers to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka internal bug 27208332.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.37%

28.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-264

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	<= 6.0.1

References

http://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2016-05-01.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2016-05-01.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: May 9, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-2444?

The NVIDIA media driver in Android before 2016-05-01 on Nexus 9 devices allows attackers to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka internal bug 27208332.

How severe is CVE-2016-2444?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-2444 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.37% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-2444?

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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Source: NVD / NIST