Use-After-Free Vulnerability in Android Audio Effects Factory by Qualcomm
CVE-2018-11962

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Qualcomm
Status
Android For Msm, Firefox Os For Msm, Qrd Android
Vendor
CVE Published:
11 February 2019

What is CVE-2018-11962?

A use-after-free vulnerability exists in the Android audio effects factory when it improperly handles configuration loading. This flaw allows an attacker to exploit the affected system, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution or system instability. The issue arises in all Android releases utilizing the MSM kernel, posing significant risks to devices relying on this technology.

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/2019/01/07/j...
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106496
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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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