CVE-2016-6688

Name: CVE-2016-6688
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-10-10T11:00:05.357+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.39%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-6688 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The NVIDIA profiler in Android before 2016-10-05 on Nexus 9 devices allows attackers to obtain sensitive information via a crafted application, aka internal bug 30593080.. EPSS estimates a 0.39% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The NVIDIA profiler in Android before 2016-10-05 on Nexus 9 devices allows attackers to obtain sensitive information via a crafted application, aka internal bug 30593080.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.39%

30.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-200

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	<= 7.0

References

http://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2016-10-01.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93324Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2016-10-01.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93324Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: Oct 10, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-6688?

The NVIDIA profiler in Android before 2016-10-05 on Nexus 9 devices allows attackers to obtain sensitive information via a crafted application, aka internal bug 30593080.

How severe is CVE-2016-6688?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-6688 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.39% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-6688?

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