CVE-2015-6633

The display drivers in Android before 5.1.1 LMY48Z and 6.0 before 2015-12-01 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service…

published December 8, 2015

CVSS
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EPSS
2%
Percentile
78.7
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A crafty media file is all it takes! This vulnerability in Android’s display drivers allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service, like a prankster sneaking into a cinema and swapping the movie reel! 🎬 Think of it as a movie theater where the projectionist accidentally plays a film that makes the projector explode. Users think they are enjoying a nice evening out, but in reality, chaos is just behind the curtain! This flaw could allow attackers to take control of your device, running any code they wish or causing it to crash devastatingly. Imagine your favorite apps freezing mid-use or, worse, someone gaining unauthorized access to your personal information!

Put simply

Think of it as a movie theater where the projectionist accidentally plays a film that makes the projector explode. Users think they are enjoying a nice evening out, but in reality, chaos is just behind the curtain! This vulnerability stems from how Android's display drivers handle crafted media files, leading to potential remote code execution or memory corruption. An attacker could exploit this by simply tricking a user into opening a malicious file.

What to do

This flaw could allow attackers to take control of your device, running any code they wish or causing it to crash devastatingly. Imagine your favorite apps freezing mid-use or, worse, someone gaining unauthorized access to your personal information! To safeguard against this vulnerability, ensure you update your Android devices to at least version 5.1.1 LMY48Z or 6.0 and beyond. Regularly check for system updates and apply them to keep your device secure! You've got this! Stay vigilant, keep your devices updated, and you’ll be well on your way to securing your digital kingdom! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01837 · 78.7th percentile
Published
2015-12-08T23:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 08 DEC 23:00Z
    The display drivers in Android before 5.1.1 LMY48Z and 6.0 before 2015-12-01 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service…
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