CVE-2015-3840: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2015-3840: The MessageStatusReceiver service in the AndroidManifest.XML in Android 5.1.1 and earlier allows local user...

The MessageStatusReceiver service in the AndroidManifest.XML in Android 5.1.1 and earlier allows local users to alter sent/received statuses of SMS and MMS messages without the associated "WRITE_SMS" permission.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 6, 2024, 05:56 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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This flaw affects Android 5.1.1 and earlier. A local user or app could change SMS/MMS sent or received status without the normal WRITE_SMS permission. Business impact is mainly message integrity, audit reliability, and possible billing confusion on unmanaged legacy devices. Exposure is most likely on legacy Android 5.1.1 or earlier devices still used in corporate fleets, shared devices, kiosks, or BYOD environments. Modern supported Android versions are not identified as affected in the provided sources. Treat this as a legacy mobile hygiene issue, not an emergency based on current evidence. Prioritize removal or isolation of Android 5.1.1 and earlier devices, especially where SMS/MMS records support billing, customer communications, or compliance evidence. Mitigation focus: Inventory Android devices and identify versions 5.1.1 or earlier.; Retire, upgrade, or isolate unsupported legacy Android devices.; Check Android and device-vendor guidance for fixed builds or backports..

Prepared: Jun 13, 2026, 04:43 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jun 27, 2017, 20:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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