CVE-2016-3775

Name: CVE-2016-3775
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-07-11T02:00:16.967+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.50%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-3775 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The kernel filesystem implementation in Android before 2016-07-05 on Nexus 5X, Nexus 6, Nexus 6P, Nexus Player, and Pixel C devices allows attackers to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka internal bug 28588279.. EPSS estimates a 0.50% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The kernel filesystem implementation in Android before 2016-07-05 on Nexus 5X, Nexus 6, Nexus 6P, Nexus Player, and Pixel C devices allows attackers to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka internal bug 28588279.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.50%

39.0th 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/2016-07-01.htmlVendor Advisory
http://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2016-07-01.htmlVendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jul 11, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-3775?

How severe is CVE-2016-3775?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-3775 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.50% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-3775?

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-2016-3775?

Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.

Scan your code now

Source: NVD / NIST