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CVE-2016-8443: Android 3.18 kernel can expose memory through hypervisor
CVE-2016-8443 · published 9 years ago
Summary
Devices running Android with the 3.18 Linux kernel and a misconfigured hypervisor may allow an attacker to read portions of system memory. This could lead to exposure of confidential information or further compromise of the device. Apply the latest security updates from your device manufacturer and verify that the hypervisor is configured according to recommended settings.
What to do
The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.
Affected software
| Vendor | Product | Affected versions |
|---|---|---|
| linux | linux_kernel |
3.18 cpe:2.3:o:linux:linux_kernel:3.18:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
Original advisory text
Possible unauthorized memory access in the hypervisor. Incorrect configuration provides access to subsystem page tables. Product: Android. Versions: Kernel 3.18. Android ID: A-32576499. References:...
Possible unauthorized memory access in the hypervisor. Incorrect configuration provides access to subsystem page tables. Product: Android. Versions: Kernel 3.18. Android ID: A-32576499. References: QC-CR#964185.
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95227 Third Party Advisory VDB Entry
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2017-01-01.html Vendor Advisory
Internet-facing
14 days
Internal
At next upgrade
- Not known to be exploited
- Needs hands-on effort to exploit (estimated)
- Gives an attacker full control (estimated)
Type
CWE-285Improper Authorization
Timeline
Published12 Jan 2017
Updated4 Nov 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2016-8443 · NVD
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