CVE-2016-3845

Name: CVE-2016-3845
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-08-05T20:59:36.067+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.41%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-3845 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The video driver in the kernel in Android before 2016-08-05 on Nexus 5 devices allows attackers to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka internal bug 28399876.. EPSS estimates a 0.41% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The video driver in the kernel in Android before 2016-08-05 on Nexus 5 devices allows attackers to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka internal bug 28399876.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.41%

32.7th 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/2016-08-01.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92246
http://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2016-08-01.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92246

Timeline

Published: Aug 5, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-3845?

The video driver in the kernel in Android before 2016-08-05 on Nexus 5 devices allows attackers to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka internal bug 28399876.

How severe is CVE-2016-3845?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-3845 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.41% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-3845?

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