CVE-2015-6642
Description
A kernel vulnerability in Android before 5.1.1 LMY49F and 6.0 before Jan 2016 allows attackers to obtain sensitive info and bypass protections, leading to Signature/SignatureOrSystem access.
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A kernel vulnerability in Android before 5.1.1 LMY49F and 6.0 before Jan 2016 allows attackers to obtain sensitive info and bypass protections, leading to Signature/SignatureOrSystem access.
Vulnerability
The kernel in Android versions before 5.1.1 LMY49F and 6.0 before 2016-01-01 contains an unspecified vulnerability that allows attackers to obtain sensitive information and bypass a protection mechanism. The vulnerability can be exploited to gain Signature or SignatureOrSystem access. Affected versions: Android 5.1.1 before LMY49F and Android 6.0 before Security Patch Level January 1, 2016. [1]
Exploitation
No specific exploitation details are disclosed in the available references. The vulnerability is demonstrated by obtaining Signature or SignatureOrSystem access via unknown vectors. [1]
Impact
Successful exploitation could allow an attacker to obtain sensitive information and bypass protection mechanisms, potentially gaining elevated privileges such as Signature or SignatureOrSystem access, which could lead to further device compromise. [1]
Mitigation
The issue is fixed in Android builds LMY49F or later and Android 6.0 with Security Patch Level of January 1, 2016 or later. Google released OTA updates and firmware images. Partners were notified in December 2015. Users should accept these updates. [1]
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