CVE-2017-17772: Multiple buffer overread vulnerabilities in WLAN
First published: Mon Apr 01 2019(Updated: )
In multiple functions that process 802.11 frames, out-of-bounds reads can occur due to insufficient validation.
Credit: product-security@qualcomm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Android | ||
| All of | ||
| Qualcomm SDM450 Firmware | ||
| Qualcomm SDM450 | ||
| All of | ||
| Qualcomm SD 625 Firmware | ||
| Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 | ||
| All of | ||
| Qualcomm SD820 Firmware | ||
| Qualcomm SD820 Firmware | ||
| All of | ||
| Qualcomm SD820A Firmware | ||
| Qualcomm SD820A Firmware | ||
| All of | ||
| Qualcomm SD835 Firmware | ||
| Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 | ||
| All of | ||
| Qualcomm SDA845 Firmware | ||
| Qualcomm SD845 | ||
| All of | ||
| Qualcomm SD850 Firmware | ||
| Qualcomm SD850 |
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Reference Links
- https://source.codeaurora.org/quic/la/platform/vendor/qcom-opensource/wlan/qcacld-3.0/commit/?id=ac6f2c30aceb7383d215d756192a81024513beaa
- https://source.codeaurora.org/quic/la/platform/vendor/qcom-opensource/wlan/qcacld-3.0/commit/?id=66b2f6a6f21a7c827f4e1dbd0369065a470dd168
- https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/2019-04-01 (Advisory)
- https://docs.qualcomm.com/product/publicresources/securitybulletin/may-2018-bulletin.html
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-17772?
CVE-2017-17772 has been classified with a high severity due to potential exploitation leading to out-of-bounds reads.
How do I fix CVE-2017-17772?
To fix CVE-2017-17772, update the affected devices to the latest firmware version provided by the manufacturer.
Which devices are affected by CVE-2017-17772?
CVE-2017-17772 affects various Qualcomm Snapdragon firmware versions across multiple devices including Android.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2017-17772?
The potential impacts of CVE-2017-17772 include unauthorized access to sensitive information and system instability.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2017-17772?
There are no official workarounds for CVE-2017-17772; updating the firmware is the recommended action.
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