CVE-2016-3811

Name: CVE-2016-3811
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-07-11T02:00:34.907+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.41%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-3811 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The kernel video driver in Android before 2016-07-05 on Nexus 9 devices allows attackers to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka internal bug 28447556.. EPSS estimates a 0.41% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The kernel video driver in Android before 2016-07-05 on Nexus 9 devices allows attackers to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka internal bug 28447556.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.41%

32.8th 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-2016-3811?

The kernel video driver in Android before 2016-07-05 on Nexus 9 devices allows attackers to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka internal bug 28447556.

How severe is CVE-2016-3811?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-3811 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.41% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-3811?

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