CVE-2016-10440

In Android before 2018-04-05 or earlier security patch level on Qualcomm Snapdragon Mobile SD 425, SD 430, SD 450, SD 625, and SD 650/52, there is improper…

published April 18, 2018

CVSS
—
EPSS
1%
Percentile
65.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A sneaky access control issue lurking in Qualcomm’s Snapdragon chipset puts your Android device at risk! 🔍 Think of it like a bus stop where passengers can hop on any bus without a ticket check — anyone can get on, and you never know where they'll end up! If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an unauthorized user to access sensitive data or even manipulate system operations. It's a recipe for chaos, as the attacker could potentially wreak havoc on device functionalities without a trace!

Put simply

Think of it like a bus stop where passengers can hop on any bus without a ticket check — anyone can get on, and you never know where they'll end up! This vulnerability stems from improper access control to a communication bus on Qualcomm Snapdragon Mobile chipsets, allowing unauthorized access to the contained resources.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an unauthorized user to access sensitive data or even manipulate system operations. It's a recipe for chaos, as the attacker could potentially wreak havoc on device functionalities without a trace! To safeguard your device, ensure that your Android system is updated to the security patch level of 2018-04-05 or later. Regularly check for firmware updates from your device manufacturer and consider enabling additional security features where available. You’ve got this! Stay vigilant and keep your device updated for the best protection! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01123 · 65.8th percentile
Published
2018-04-18T14:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 18 APR 14:00Z
    In Android before 2018-04-05 or earlier security patch level on Qualcomm Snapdragon Mobile SD 425, SD 430, SD 450, SD 625, and SD 650/52, there is improper…
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