CVE-2016-3802

Name: CVE-2016-3802
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-07-11T02:00:26.627+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.50%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-3802 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The kernel filesystem implementation in Android before 2016-07-05 on Nexus 9 devices allows attackers to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka internal bug 28271368.. 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 9 devices allows attackers to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka internal bug 28271368.

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.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2016-07-01.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-3802?

The kernel filesystem implementation in Android before 2016-07-05 on Nexus 9 devices allows attackers to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka internal bug 28271368.

How severe is CVE-2016-3802?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-3802 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.50% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-3802?

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