high
7.8
CWE
476 20
Advisory Published
CVE Published
Updated

CVE-2017-18298: Null Pointer Dereference

First published: Mon Aug 06 2018(Updated: )

Lack of Input Validation in SDMX API can lead to NULL pointer access in Snapdragon Automobile, Snapdragon Mobile and Snapdragon Wear in versions MDM9206, MDM9607, MDM9650, MSM8996AU, SD 210/SD 212/SD 205, SD 410/12, SD 425, SD 430, SD 450, SD 615/16/SD 415, SD 617, SD 625, SD 650/52, SD 810, SD 820, SD 820A, SD 835, SD 845, SD 850, SDA660 .

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 MSM8996AU firmware
Qualcomm MSM8996AU Firmware
Qualcomm SD210 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 210 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 212
Qualcomm SD 212 Firmware
Qualcomm 205 Firmware
Qualcomm SD205 Firmware
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 SD820A Firmware
Qualcomm SD820A Firmware
Qualcomm SD835 Firmware
Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
Qualcomm SDR425 Firmware
Qualcomm Snapdragon 425
Qualcomm SD 430 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 430 Firmware
Qualcomm SD617 Firmware
Qualcomm QCA617
Qualcomm SDA845 Firmware
Qualcomm SD845
Qualcomm SDA660
Qualcomm SDA660
Qualcomm SD410 Firmware
Qualcomm Snapdragon 410
Qualcomm SD412 Firmware
Qualcomm SD412
Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 Firmware
Qualcomm Snapdragon 810
Qualcomm SD850 Firmware
Qualcomm SD850

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is CVE-2017-18298?

    CVE-2017-18298 is a vulnerability that allows for NULL pointer access in Snapdragon Automobile, Snapdragon Mobile, and Snapdragon Wear devices running certain Qualcomm firmware versions.

  • Which devices are affected by CVE-2017-18298?

    Devices from Qualcomm, such as MDM9206, MDM9607, MDM9650, MSM8996AU, SD 210/SD 212/SD 205, SD 410/12, SD 425, SD 430, SD 450, SD 615/16/SD 415, SD 617, SD 625, SD 650/52, SD 810, and SD 820, may be affected by CVE-2017-18298.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2017-18298?

    CVE-2017-18298 has a severity rating of 7.8 (high).

  • How can I fix CVE-2017-18298?

    To fix CVE-2017-18298, it is recommended to update the affected Qualcomm firmware to a version that addresses the vulnerability.

  • Where can I find more information about CVE-2017-18298?

    You can find more information about CVE-2017-18298 in the Android Security Bulletin for August 2018 and the SecurityTracker website.

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