CVE-2016-8440
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CVE-2016-8440 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Possible buffer overflow in SMMU system call. Improper input validation in ADSP SID2CB system call may result in hypervisor memory overwrite. EPSS estimates a 2.20% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Possible buffer overflow in SMMU system call. Improper input validation in ADSP SID2CB system call may result in hypervisor memory overwrite. Product: Android. Versions: Kernel 3.18. Android ID: A-31625306. References: QC-CR#1036747.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 3.18 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95227Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2017-01-01.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95227Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2017-01-01.htmlVendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-8440?
Possible buffer overflow in SMMU system call. Improper input validation in ADSP SID2CB system call may result in hypervisor memory overwrite. Product: Android. Versions: Kernel 3.18. Android ID: A-31625306. References: QC-CR#1036747.
How severe is CVE-2016-8440?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-8440 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.20% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-8440?
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-2016-8440?
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