CVE-2016-8461: An information disclosure vulnerability in the bootloader could enable a local attacker to access data outs...

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2016-8461 is an Android bootloader information disclosure issue affecting Android Kernel-3.18. A local attacker could access sensitive data beyond their normal permission level. The public record rates the issue High, but the supplied sources do not provide CVSS details, exploit evidence, or device/OEM-specific scope. Exposure is most relevant to Android devices running Kernel-3.18 builds that did not receive the applicable January 2017 Android/OEM security update. Enterprise risk depends on remaining legacy Android inventory, bootloader update status, and physical or local attacker access. Prioritize this if legacy Android devices remain in business use, especially where they store regulated, customer, or privileged operational data. For current fully patched fleets, urgency is lower, but unsupported devices should be removed or isolated. Mitigation focus: Identify Android devices running Kernel-3.18 or legacy 2016-era builds.; Check Android January 2017 bulletin and OEM advisories for applicable fixes.; Apply available vendor firmware or security updates for affected devices..

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

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