Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in Camera Subsystem of Android Products
CVE-2018-11986
7.8HIGH
Summary
A buffer overflow vulnerability exists within the camera subsystem of Android products that utilize the Linux kernel. This issue affects the TX and RX FIFOs in the microcontroller, which are responsible for exchanging commands and messages between the Micro Firmware and the CPP driver. Attackers may exploit this vulnerability to cause unexpected behavior in the system.
Affected Version(s)
Android for MSM, Firefox OS for MSM, QRD Android All Android releases from CAF using the Linux kernel
References
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