CVE-2017-18131: High severity Google Android vulnerability

Published Jul 2, 2018
·
Updated

In QTEE, an incorrect fuse value can be blown in Snapdragon Automobile, Snapdragon Mobile, Snapdragon Wear in version MDM9206, MDM9607, MSM8996AU, SD 210/SD 212/SD 205, SD 410/12, SD 425, SD 427, SD 430, SD 435, SD 450, SD 615/16/SD 415, SD 625, SD 820, SD 820A, SD 835, SD 845, SDM429, SDM439, SDM630, SDM632, SDM636, SDM660, SnapdragonHighMed2016.

Affected Software

57 affected components
Google Android
Qualcomm Mdm9206 Firmware
Qualcomm MDM9206
Qualcomm Mdm9607 Firmware
Qualcomm MDM9607
Qualcomm Msm8996au Firmware
Qualcomm MSM8996AU
Qualcomm Sd 210 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 210
Qualcomm Sd 212 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 212
Qualcomm Sd 205 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 205
Qualcomm Sd 410 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 410
Qualcomm Sd 412 Firmware
Qualcomm Sd 412
Qualcomm Sd 425 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 425
Qualcomm Sd 427 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 427
Qualcomm Sd 430 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 430
Qualcomm Sd 435 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 435
Qualcomm Sd 450 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 450
Qualcomm Sd 615 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 615
Qualcomm Sd 616 Firmware
Qualcomm Sd 616
Qualcomm Sd 415 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 415
Qualcomm Sd 625 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 625
Qualcomm Sd 820 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 820
Qualcomm Sd 820a Firmware
Qualcomm SD 820A
Qualcomm Sd 835 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 835
Qualcomm Sd 845 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 845
Qualcomm Sdm429 Firmware
Qualcomm Sdm429
Qualcomm Sdm439 Firmware
Qualcomm SDM439
Qualcomm Sdm630 Firmware
Qualcomm SDM630
Qualcomm Sdm632 Firmware
Qualcomm Sdm632
Qualcomm Sdm636 Firmware
Qualcomm SDM636
Qualcomm Sdm660 Firmware
Qualcomm SDM660
Qualcomm Snapdragon High Med 2016 Firmware
Qualcomm Snapdragon High Med 2016

Event History

Jul 2, 2018
CVE Published
via Android·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Android·12:00 AM
SeverityAffected Software
May 6, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:19 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:19 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-18131?

The severity of CVE-2017-18131 is classified as high due to the potential for unauthorized access and control.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-18131?

To fix CVE-2017-18131, update to the latest firmware version provided by Qualcomm for affected devices.

3

Which devices are affected by CVE-2017-18131?

CVE-2017-18131 affects multiple Qualcomm Snapdragon chipsets including MDM9206, MDM9607, and several Snapdragon series models.

4

What are the implications of CVE-2017-18131?

The implications of CVE-2017-18131 include potential exploitation leading to privilege escalation and security risks in automotive and mobile applications.

5

Is CVE-2017-18131 exploitable remotely?

CVE-2017-18131 may allow attackers to exploit the vulnerability remotely under certain conditions, posing a significant security threat.

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