Use After Free Vulnerability in Android for MSM by Qualcomm
CVE-2017-9704

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Qualcomm
Status
Android For Msm, Firefox Os For Msm, Qrd Android
Vendor
CVE Published:
20 December 2018

What is CVE-2017-9704?

A synchronization issue in the buffer operations of Qualcomm's Android for MSM, Firefox OS for MSM, and QRD Android allows for a use after free condition. This vulnerability can potentially be exploited to compromise the security of a device, making it crucial for users to apply necessary protections and updates.

Affected Version(s)

Android for MSM, Firefox OS for MSM, QRD Android All Android releases from CAF using the Linux kernel

References

https://www.codeaurora.org/security-bulletin/2018/12/03/d...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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