CVE-2016-9567

Name: CVE-2016-9567
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-11-23T11:59:02.873+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.94%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-9567 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The mDNIe system service on Samsung Mobile S7 devices with M(6.0) software does not properly restrict setmDNIeScreenCurtain API calls, enabling attackers to control a device's screen. This can be exploited via a crafted application to eavesdrop after phone shutdown or record a conversation. EPSS estimates a 0.94% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The mDNIe system service on Samsung Mobile S7 devices with M(6.0) software does not properly restrict setmDNIeScreenCurtain API calls, enabling attackers to control a device's screen. This can be exploited via a crafted application to eavesdrop after phone shutdown or record a conversation. The Samsung ID is SVE-2016-6343.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.94%

56.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-200

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Samsung	Samsung Mobile	6.0

References

http://security.samsungmobile.com/smrupdate.html#SMR-NOV-2016Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94494Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://security.samsungmobile.com/smrupdate.html#SMR-NOV-2016Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94494Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: Nov 23, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-9567?

How severe is CVE-2016-9567?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-9567 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.94% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-9567?

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Source: NVD / NIST