CVE-2016-10428: 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, HMAC verification in counter file uses an insecure memcmp which may assist a timing attack.

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-2016-10428?

CVE-2016-10428 has a high severity rating due to its potential to enable timing attacks via insecure HMAC verification.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-10428?

To fix CVE-2016-10428, ensure that your device is updated with the latest security patch provided by Qualcomm.

3

What devices are affected by CVE-2016-10428?

CVE-2016-10428 affects devices running on Qualcomm Snapdragon SD 425, SD 430, SD 450, SD 625, SD 650/652, SD 820, and SD 820A before the 2018-04-05 security patch.

4

What vulnerabilities arise from CVE-2016-10428?

CVE-2016-10428 can lead to timing attacks that compromise HMAC verification in counter files.

5

Is CVE-2016-10428 part of the Android security updates?

Yes, CVE-2016-10428 is addressed in the Android security updates released on or after 2018-04-05.

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