CVE-2015-9172: Buffer Overflow
In Android before 2018-04-05 or earlier security patch level on Qualcomm Snapdragon Automobile, Snapdragon Mobile, and Snapdragon Wear MDM9206, MDM9650, SD 210/SD 212/SD 205, SD 400, SD 410/12, SD 425, SD 430, SD 450, SD 615/16/SD 415, SD 617, SD 625, SD 650/52, SD 800, SD 808, SD 810, SD 820, SD 820A, SD 835, SD 845, and SD 850, in a WideVine API function, a buffer over-read can occur.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-9172?
The severity of CVE-2015-9172 is critical.
How does CVE-2015-9172 affect Android?
CVE-2015-9172 affects Android versions before 2018-04-05 or earlier security patch level on Qualcomm Snapdragon Automobile, Snapdragon Mobile, and Snapdragon Wear devices.
Which Qualcomm Snapdragon devices are affected by CVE-2015-9172?
CVE-2015-9172 affects Qualcomm Snapdragon Automobile, Snapdragon Mobile, and Snapdragon Wear MDM9206, MDM9650, SD 210/SD 212/SD 205, SD 400, SD 410/12, SD 425, SD 430, SD 450, SD 615/16/SD 415, SD 617, SD 625, SD 650/52, SD 800, SD 808, SD 810, SD 820, SD 835, SD 845, SD 820a, and SD 850 devices.
What is the solution for CVE-2015-9172?
To fix CVE-2015-9172, users should apply the security patch released by Google for Android versions before 2018-04-05 or earlier security patch level.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2015-9172?
You can find more information about CVE-2015-9172 in the references provided: http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/103671 and https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/2018-04-01/#asterisk.