CVE-2018-11277: High severity Qualcomm Msm8909w Firmware vulnerability
In Snapdragon (Automobile, Mobile, Wear) in version MSM8909W, MSM8996AU, SD 210/SD 212/SD 205, 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, SDA660, the com.qualcomm.embms is a vendor package deployed in the system image which has an inadequate permission level and allows any application installed from Play Store to request this permission at install-time. The system application interfaces with the Radio Interface Layer leading to potential access control issue.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-11277?
CVE-2018-11277 is a vulnerability in Snapdragon (Automobile, Mobile, Wear) in certain firmware versions that allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code within the context of the privileged com.qualcomm.embms process.
How severe is CVE-2018-11277?
CVE-2018-11277 has a severity score of 7.8 out of 10, indicating a high severity vulnerability.
How does CVE-2018-11277 affect Qualcomm devices?
CVE-2018-11277 affects Qualcomm devices running the vulnerable firmware versions of Snapdragon (Automobile, Mobile, Wear), including MSM8909W, MSM8996AU, SD 210/SD 212/SD 205, 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, and SDA660.
How can I fix CVE-2018-11277?
To fix CVE-2018-11277, users should apply the latest firmware updates provided by Qualcomm and follow the recommendations outlined in their security bulletin.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2018-11277?
More information about CVE-2018-11277 can be found in the security bulletin published by Qualcomm on their website.