CVE-2016-8396: An information disclosure vulnerability in the MediaTek video driver could enable a local malicious applica...

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2016-8396 is an Android information disclosure issue in the MediaTek video driver. A malicious local app could access data beyond its permission level. The business concern is unauthorized exposure of sensitive data on affected Android devices, especially unmanaged or legacy devices that may not have received OEM security updates. Exposure is most likely on Android devices using affected MediaTek video driver components, particularly older devices without the relevant Android/OEM security update. The source bundle does not provide exact Android versions, device models, or CPEs. Treat this as a legacy mobile fleet exposure issue. It is high severity for affected devices, but the available evidence points to local malicious app abuse rather than remote compromise. Prioritize unsupported Android devices and unmanaged app-installation risk. Mitigation focus: Check Android and OEM guidance for CVE-2016-8396 or Android ID A-31249105.; Update affected Android devices to firmware containing the relevant December 2016 Android security fixes.; Retire or isolate devices that cannot receive vendor security updates..

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Jun 13, 2026, 12:51 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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