CVE-2016-10423: Infoleak

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 SD 425, SD 430, SD 450, SD 625, SD 650/52, SD 820, and SD 820A, when a Trusted Application has opened the SPI interface to a particular device, it is possible for another Trusted Application to read the data on this open interface due to non-exclusive access of the SPI bus.

Affected Software

17 affected components
Google Android
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 820 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 820
Qualcomm Sd 820a Firmware
Qualcomm SD 820A

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-2016-10423?

The severity of CVE-2016-10423 is classified as critical due to the potential for unauthorized access to sensitive information.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-10423?

To remediate CVE-2016-10423, update your Qualcomm Snapdragon firmware to the latest security patch level available post-April 2018.

3

Which devices are affected by CVE-2016-10423?

CVE-2016-10423 affects various Qualcomm Snapdragon models, including the SD 425, SD 430, SD 450, SD 625, SD 650, SD 652, and SD 820/820a.

4

What types of applications are at risk with CVE-2016-10423?

Trusted Applications using the SPI interface are at risk with CVE-2016-10423 due to potential privilege escalation vulnerabilities.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2016-10423 if I cannot update my system?

A temporary workaround for CVE-2016-10423 involves limiting access to the SPI interface for all applications whenever possible.

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