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CWE
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CVE Published
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CVE-2017-18073: Input Validation

First published: Mon Apr 02 2018(Updated: )

In Android before security patch level 2018-04-05 on Qualcomm Snapdragon Automobile, Snapdragon Mobile, and Snapdragon Wear MDM9206, MDM9607, MDM9650, SD 210/SD 212/SD 205, SD 820, SD 820A, SD 835, the HLOS can gain access to unauthorized memory.

Credit: product-security@qualcomm.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Android
Qualcomm MDM9206
Qualcomm MDM9206 firmware
Qualcomm MD9607 Firmware
Qualcomm MDM9607 firmware
Qualcomm MDM9650
Qualcomm MDM9650 firmware
Qualcomm SD210 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 210 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 212
Qualcomm SD 212 Firmware
Qualcomm 205 Firmware
Qualcomm SD205 Firmware
Qualcomm SD820 Firmware
Qualcomm SD820 Firmware
Qualcomm SD835 Firmware
Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
Qualcomm SD820A Firmware
Qualcomm SD820A Firmware

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2017-18073?

    CVE-2017-18073 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for unauthorized memory access.

  • How do I fix CVE-2017-18073?

    To fix CVE-2017-18073, users should apply the latest security patch that addresses the vulnerability.

  • Which devices are affected by CVE-2017-18073?

    CVE-2017-18073 affects various Qualcomm Snapdragon platforms including MDM9206, MDM9607, and several Snapdragon mobile and wear devices.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-18073?

    CVE-2017-18073 is a memory access vulnerability that allows the higher-level operating system to access unauthorized memory.

  • When was CVE-2017-18073 disclosed?

    CVE-2017-18073 was disclosed in April 2018 as part of the Android security updates.

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