Out-of-Bounds Read Vulnerability in Qualcomm Android WLAN Host Function
CVE-2018-11891

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Qualcomm
Status
Android For Msm, Firefox Os For Msm, Qrd Android
Vendor
CVE Published:
19 September 2018

Summary

An out-of-bounds read vulnerability exists in the WLAN Host function due to inadequate validation of the length of an array while accessing. This flaw can potentially allow attackers to exploit the affected system, putting user data at risk. The vulnerability is present in all Android releases from Qualcomm's Code Aurora Forum, including Android for MSM and Firefox OS for MSM, using the Linux kernel. Users are advised to review relevant updates to mitigate possible threats.

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/2018/09/04/s...
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https://source.codeaurora.org/quic/la/platform/vendor/qco...
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/107770
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Adjacent Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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