Use After Free Vulnerability in Android SPS Driver from Qualcomm
CVE-2018-11960

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

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

Summary

A vulnerability exists in the Android SPS driver from Qualcomm across all supported Android releases, where a use after free condition can occur. This flaw may result in unforeseen errors in the kernel, potentially impacting the stability and security of the operating system. Proper mitigation strategies should be implemented to address this issue and safeguard sensitive systems.

Affected Version(s)

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

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106136
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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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