Integer Overflow Vulnerability in Qualcomm Android Devices
CVE-2016-5871

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

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

What is CVE-2016-5871?

An integer overflow to buffer overflow vulnerability exists in various Qualcomm products with Android releases using the CAF Linux kernel. This vulnerability is triggered when an image file is loaded, potentially allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code. Users should ensure their devices are updated to mitigate potential security risks associated with this vulnerability.

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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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