CVE-2015-3860

CVE-2015-3860 is a high-severity vulnerability in Google Android with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-284.

Key facts

Description

packages/Keyguard/res/layout/keyguard_password_view.xml in Lockscreen in Android 5.x before 5.1.1 LMY48M does not restrict the number of characters in the passwordEntry input field, which allows physically proximate attackers to bypass intended access restrictions via a long password that triggers a SystemUI crash, aka internal bug 22214934.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2015-3860?
packages/Keyguard/res/layout/keyguard_password_view.xml in Lockscreen in Android 5.x before 5.1.1 LMY48M does not restrict the number of characters in the passwordEntry input field, which allows physically proximate attackers to bypass intended access restrictions via a long password that triggers a SystemUI crash, aka internal bug 22214934.
How severe is CVE-2015-3860?
CVE-2015-3860 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2015-3860 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (23rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2015-3860?
CVE-2015-3860 affects Google Android. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2015-3860?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2015-3860 published?
CVE-2015-3860 was published on 2015-10-01 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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