CVE-2016-8418

Critical

Published: 08/02/2017(UTC)Translated: 14/06/2026(UTC)NVD NIST

Summary

CVE-2016-8418 identifies a remote code execution vulnerability in the Qualcomm crypto driver that could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code within the context of the kernel. This issue is rated as Critical due to the possibility of remote code execution in the kernel context.

Risk Assessment

This vulnerability poses a significant risk to organizations as it allows attackers to remotely take control of the Android operating system, potentially leading to data loss or system compromise.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update Android systems to the latest versions that include security patches addressing this vulnerability and to monitor systems for potential attack attempts.

Original NVD description (English source)

A remote code execution vulnerability in the Qualcomm crypto driver could enable a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code within the context of the kernel. This issue is rated as Critical due to the possibility of remote code execution in the context of the kernel. Product: Android. Versions: N/A. Android ID: A-32652894. References: QC-CR#1077457.