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CVE-2017-15841

First published: Mon Jul 02 2018(Updated: )

When HOST sends a Special command ID packet, Controller triggers a RAM Dump and FW reset in Snapdragon Mobile in version SD 410/12, SD 425, SD 427, SD 430, SD 435, SD 450, SD 615/16/SD 415, SD 625, SD 650/52, SD 820, SD 835, Snapdragon_High_Med_2016.

Credit: product-security@qualcomm.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Android
Qualcomm SD410 Firmware
Qualcomm Snapdragon 410
Qualcomm SD412 Firmware
Qualcomm SD412
Qualcomm SDR425 Firmware
Qualcomm Snapdragon 425
Qualcomm SD427 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 427 firmware
Qualcomm SD 430 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 430 Firmware
qualcomm sd435 firmware
Qualcomm Snapdragon 435
Qualcomm SDM450 Firmware
Qualcomm SDM450
Qualcomm SD615 Firmware
Qualcomm Snapdragon 615
Qualcomm SD 616 Firmware
Qualcomm Snapdragon 616
Qualcomm Snapdragon 415 Firmware
Qualcomm Snapdragon 415
Qualcomm SD 625 Firmware
Qualcomm Snapdragon 625
Qualcomm SD650 Firmware
Qualcomm Snapdragon 650
Qualcomm SD652 Firmware
Qualcomm SD652 Firmware
Qualcomm SD820 Firmware
Qualcomm SD820 Firmware
Qualcomm SD835 Firmware
Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
Qualcomm Snapdragon High Med 2016
Qualcomm Snapdragon High Med 2016 Firmware

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2017-15841?

    CVE-2017-15841 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to facilitate a RAM dump and firmware reset.

  • How do I fix CVE-2017-15841?

    To mitigate CVE-2017-15841, update the affected Qualcomm firmware to the latest secure version provided by Qualcomm.

  • Which devices are affected by CVE-2017-15841?

    CVE-2017-15841 impacts numerous Qualcomm Snapdragon chipsets including SD 410, SD 425, SD 430, and others.

  • Is there a workaround for CVE-2017-15841?

    There are no known workarounds for CVE-2017-15841; patching the firmware is the recommended solution.

  • What could happen if CVE-2017-15841 is exploited?

    Exploiting CVE-2017-15841 could allow an attacker to perform unauthorized operations such as a RAM dump and firmware reset.

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