CVE-2016-8459

Critical

Published: 12/01/2017(UTC)Translated: 14/06/2026(UTC)NVD NIST

Summary

Possible buffer overflow in storage subsystem. Bad parameters as part of listener responses to RPMB commands could lead to buffer overflow.

Risk Assessment

Buffer overflow may lead to unauthorized access to memory, posing a risk to the integrity and confidentiality of data in the Android system.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update the Android kernel to a version that is not vulnerable to this flaw to minimize the risk of buffer overflow.

Original NVD description (English source)

Possible buffer overflow in storage subsystem. Bad parameters as part of listener responses to RPMB commands could lead to buffer overflow. Product: Android. Versions: Kernel 3.18. Android ID: A-32577972. References: QC-CR#988462.