CVE-2016-10495

In Android before 2018-04-05 or earlier security patch level on Qualcomm Snapdragon Mobile MDM9635M, made changes to map the scan type value to an index value…

published April 18, 2018

CVSS
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EPSS
1%
Percentile
67.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A misstep in Android’s mapping logic could leave your device open to some surprisingly sneaky issues! 🔍 Think of it like a restaurant menu that mislabels items, leading to diners being served the wrong dishes — a recipe for confusion and potential disappointment! 🍽️ If this vulnerability is exploited, an attacker might manipulate scan types in a way that could compromise device functionality, leading to unexpected behaviors. While there's currently no known exploitation, it’s always wise to stay ahead of potential issues! ⚠️

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant menu that mislabels items, leading to diners being served the wrong dishes — a recipe for confusion and potential disappointment! 🍽️ This vulnerability arises from changes in mapping the scan type value to an improper index on Qualcomm Snapdragon Mobile MDM9635M, which can disrupt the correct handling of data. This can potentially affect the integrity of the device's scanning functions.

What to do

If this vulnerability is exploited, an attacker might manipulate scan types in a way that could compromise device functionality, leading to unexpected behaviors. While there's currently no known exploitation, it’s always wise to stay ahead of potential issues! ⚠️ To keep your devices secure, ensure that you update to the latest security patch level, specifically the update released on 2018-04-05 or later. Regularly check for system updates and install them promptly to mitigate any risks. You've got this! Stay proactive and keep your devices safe with regular updates! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01185 · 67.4th 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 MDM9635M, made changes to map the scan type value to an index value…
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