CVE-2016-2499: AudioSource.cpp in libstagefright in mediaserver in Android 4.x before 4.4.4, 5.0.x before 5.0.2, 5.1.x bef...

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CVE-2016-2499 is an Android media component flaw that could let a malicious app read sensitive information because some data was not initialized correctly. The affected Android branches are old, but legacy phones, tablets, kiosks, and embedded Android devices may still be exposed if unpatched. Exposure is most likely on legacy Android endpoints or embedded Android deployments that remain below the named fixed versions or pre-2016-06-01 Android 6 patch level. Modern managed devices are unlikely to be affected if they receive current security updates. Treat this as a legacy Android risk. It is not supported here as actively exploited, but unpatched devices can expose sensitive information to malicious apps and should be upgraded, isolated, or retired. Mitigation focus: Update affected Android devices to the named fixed version or later.; For Android 6, require the 2016-06-01 security patch level or later.; Retire or isolate devices that cannot receive vendor security updates..

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Jun 13, 2026, 14:22 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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