CVE-2016-6778
HighSummary
CVE-2016-6778 is a vulnerability in the HTC sound codec driver that allows a local malicious application to execute arbitrary code within the kernel context. This issue is rated as High because it requires compromising a privileged process first.
Risk Assessment
This threat could lead to full control over the operating system, posing significant risks to data security and system integrity.
Recommendation
It is recommended to update the Android system to the latest version to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability and to monitor applications running with elevated privileges.
Other vulnerabilities in HTC sound codec driver
See all- CVE-2016-6780High
CVE-2016-6780 is a privilege escalation vulnerability in the HTC sound codec driver that allows a local malicious application to execute arbitrary code within the kernel context. This issue is rated as High because it first requires compromising a privileged process.
- CVE-2016-6779High
CVE-2016-6779 is a privilege escalation vulnerability in the HTC sound codec driver that allows a local malicious application to execute arbitrary code within the kernel context. This issue is rated as High because it requires compromising a privileged process first.
Original NVD description (English source)
An elevation of privilege vulnerability in the HTC sound codec driver could enable a local malicious application to execute arbitrary code within the context of the kernel. This issue is rated as High because it first requires compromising a privileged process. Product: Android. Versions: Kernel-3.10. Android ID: A-31384646.