CVE-2016-8481
HighSummary
A vulnerability in the Qualcomm sound driver allows a local malicious application to execute arbitrary code within the kernel context. It requires compromising a privileged process first.
Risk Assessment
This issue poses a risk of privilege escalation, potentially allowing an attacker full control over the system.
Recommendation
It is recommended to update the Android system to the latest version to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability.
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Original NVD description (English source)
An elevation of privilege vulnerability in the Qualcomm sound 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, Kernel-3.18. Android ID: A-31906415. References: QC-CR#1078000.