CWE
668
Advisory Published
CVE Published
Updated

CVE-2017-18129

First published: Mon Apr 02 2018(Updated: )

In Android before security patch level 2018-04-05 on Qualcomm Snapdragon Automobile and Snapdragon Mobile MDM9206, MDM9607, SD 845, MSM8996, MSM8998, it is possible for IPA (internet protocol accelerator) channels owned by one security domain to be controlled from other domains.

Credit: product-security@qualcomm.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Qualcomm MDM9206 firmware
Qualcomm MDM9206
Qualcomm MDM9607 firmware
Qualcomm MDM9607
qualcomm MSM8996AU firmware
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8996
qualcomm MSM8998 firmware
Qualcomm MSM8998
qualcomm SD 845 firmware
qualcomm SD 845
Android

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2017-18129?

    CVE-2017-18129 has a high severity rating due to the potential for a security domain to control IPA channels owned by another domain.

  • How do I fix CVE-2017-18129?

    To mitigate CVE-2017-18129, update your device to the latest Android security patch level dated after 2018-04-05.

  • Which devices are affected by CVE-2017-18129?

    CVE-2017-18129 affects Android devices utilizing Qualcomm Snapdragon platforms including MDM9206, MDM9607, SD 845, MSM8996, and MSM8998 before the mentioned patch level.

  • What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2017-18129?

    CVE-2017-18129 can be exploited to allow unauthorized access or control over IPA channels between security domains, potentially leading to data leakage.

  • What is the exploitability of CVE-2017-18129?

    CVE-2017-18129 is considered highly exploitable due to the nature of cross-domain control and the availability of affected devices.

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