Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2016-6770 affects older Android versions and could let a malicious app on the device gain access to system functions it should not have. It is not described as a remote compromise. Business risk is mainly from legacy Android devices that can still run untrusted or unmanaged apps. Exposure is most likely on legacy Android phones, tablets, or embedded devices still running the listed versions. BYOD, kiosk, ruggedized, or unmanaged devices are higher concern if users can install apps from outside controlled channels. Treat this as a legacy-device hygiene issue with moderate urgency. Prioritize fleets where affected Android devices access corporate data, run business apps, or allow unmanaged app installation. Replacement may be more realistic than patching very old devices. Mitigation focus: Apply Android or OEM updates covering the December 2016 Android security bulletin.; Retire or isolate devices stuck on affected unsupported Android versions.; Restrict installation of untrusted applications on legacy Android devices..
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- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2016-12-01.htmlCVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
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