CVE-2016-2498

Name: CVE-2016-2498
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-06-13T01:59:36.517+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.36%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-2498 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Qualcomm Wi-Fi driver in Android before 2016-06-01 on Nexus 7 (2013) devices allows attackers to bypass intended data-access restrictions via a crafted application, aka internal bug 27777162.. EPSS estimates a 0.36% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Qualcomm Wi-Fi driver in Android before 2016-06-01 on Nexus 7 (2013) devices allows attackers to bypass intended data-access restrictions via a crafted application, aka internal bug 27777162.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.36%

27.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-200

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	6.0
Google	Android	6.0.1

References

http://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2016-06-01.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2016-06-01.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jun 13, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-2498?

The Qualcomm Wi-Fi driver in Android before 2016-06-01 on Nexus 7 (2013) devices allows attackers to bypass intended data-access restrictions via a crafted application, aka internal bug 27777162.

How severe is CVE-2016-2498?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-2498 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.36% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-2498?

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