Out-of-Bounds Write Vulnerability in Samsung Exynos Mobile and Wearable Processors

CVE-2024-39890

Summary

A vulnerability has been identified in Samsung's Exynos mobile and wearable processors, affecting a range of models including the Exynos 9820, 9825, 980, and several others. This vulnerability is associated with the baseband software, which fails to properly validate the length specified by Call Control (CC), potentially resulting in an out-of-bounds write condition. Exploitation of this vulnerability could allow unauthorized access to system memory, presenting significant risks for user data integrity and device functionality. Mitigation steps should be taken promptly by affected users to secure their devices.

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