CVE-2015-9109: Null Pointer Dereference

Published Apr 2, 2018
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Updated

In Android before 2018-04-05 or earlier security patch level on Qualcomm Snapdragon Automobile and Snapdragon Mobile MDM9625, SD 425, SD 430, SD 450, SD 625, SD 650/52, SD 820, and SD 820A, lack of address argument validation inqseefusewrite could lead to untrusted pointer dereference.

Affected Software

19 affected components
Google Android
Qualcomm Mdm9625 Firmware
Qualcomm MDM9625
Qualcomm Sd 425 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 425
Qualcomm Sd 430 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 430
Qualcomm Sd 450 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 450
Qualcomm Sd 625 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 625
Qualcomm Sd 650 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 650
Qualcomm Sd 652 Firmware
Qualcomm Sd 652
Qualcomm Sd 820a Firmware
Qualcomm SD 820A
Qualcomm Sd 820 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 820

Event History

Apr 2, 2018
CVE Published
via Android·12:00 AM
Apr 18, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2015-9109?

CVE-2015-9109 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to potential untrusted pointer dereference risks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2015-9109?

To mitigate CVE-2015-9109, ensure that your device is updated with the April 2018 security patch or later.

3

Which devices are affected by CVE-2015-9109?

CVE-2015-9109 primarily affects devices using Qualcomm Snapdragon Automobile and Mobile chipsets including various models like SD 425, SD 430, and SD 820.

4

Can CVE-2015-9109 lead to exploitation?

Yes, CVE-2015-9109 can potentially allow attackers to exploit untrusted pointer dereference to compromise the device.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2015-9109?

Currently, the only effective workaround for CVE-2015-9109 is to apply the recommended security updates from Qualcomm and device manufacturers.

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