Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in Qualcomm Android Products
CVE-2014-9978

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Qualcomm
Status
All Qualcomm Products
Vendor
CVE Published:
18 August 2017

What is CVE-2014-9978?

A buffer overflow vulnerability has been identified in the QTEE service of Qualcomm products running Android releases from the Code Auroral Fork (CAF) that utilize the Linux kernel. This flaw allows attackers to potentially execute arbitrary code, compromising the integrity and security of affected devices. It is essential for users to apply security patches and updates to mitigate risks associated with this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

All Qualcomm products All Android releases from CAF using the Linux kernel

References

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2017-07-01
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/99467
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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