CVE-2015-9109: Null Pointer Dereference
First published: Mon Apr 02 2018(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 inqsee_fuse_write could lead to untrusted pointer dereference.
Credit: product-security@qualcomm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Android | ||
| Qualcomm MDM9625M | ||
| Qualcomm MDM9625 firmware | ||
| Qualcomm SDR425 Firmware | ||
| Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 | ||
| Qualcomm SD 430 Firmware | ||
| Qualcomm SD 430 Firmware | ||
| Qualcomm SDM450 Firmware | ||
| Qualcomm SDM450 | ||
| Qualcomm SD 625 Firmware | ||
| Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 | ||
| Qualcomm SD650 Firmware | ||
| Qualcomm Snapdragon 650 | ||
| Qualcomm SD652 Firmware | ||
| Qualcomm SD652 Firmware | ||
| Qualcomm SD820A Firmware | ||
| Qualcomm SD820A Firmware | ||
| Qualcomm SD820 Firmware | ||
| Qualcomm SD820 Firmware |
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Frequently Asked Questions
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.
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.
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.
Can CVE-2015-9109 lead to exploitation?
Yes, CVE-2015-9109 can potentially allow attackers to exploit untrusted pointer dereference to compromise the device.
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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