CVE-2018-11290: Weak RNG
First published: Tue Sep 04 2018(Updated: )
In Snapdragon (Automobile, Mobile, Wear) in version MDM9206, MDM9607, MDM9640, MDM9650, MSM8996AU, QCA6574AU, QCA6584, SD 210/SD 212/SD 205, SD 425, SD 427, SD 430, SD 435, SD 450, SD 625, SD 650/52, SD 820A, SD 845, SDM429, SDM439, SDM630, SDM632, SDM636, SDM660, SDX20, Snapdragon_High_Med_2016, MAC address randomization performed during probe requests is not done properly due to a flawed RNG in use.
Credit: product-security@qualcomm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Google Android | ||
| Qualcomm Mdm9206 Firmware | ||
| Qualcomm Mdm9206 | ||
| Qualcomm Mdm9607 Firmware | ||
| Qualcomm Mdm9607 | ||
| Qualcomm Mdm9640 Firmware | ||
| Qualcomm Mdm9640 | ||
| Qualcomm Mdm9650 Firmware | ||
| Qualcomm Mdm9650 | ||
| Qualcomm Msm8996au Firmware | ||
| Qualcomm Msm8996au | ||
| Qualcomm Qca6574au Firmware | ||
| Qualcomm Qca6574au | ||
| Qualcomm Sd210 Firmware | ||
| Qualcomm Sd210 | ||
| Qualcomm Sd212 Firmware | ||
| Qualcomm Sd212 | ||
| Qualcomm Sd205 Firmware | ||
| Qualcomm Sd205 | ||
| Qualcomm Sd425 Firmware | ||
| Qualcomm Sd425 | ||
| Qualcomm Sd427 Firmware | ||
| Qualcomm Sd427 | ||
| Qualcomm Sd430 Firmware | ||
| Qualcomm Sd430 | ||
| Qualcomm Sd435 Firmware | ||
| Qualcomm Sd435 | ||
| Qualcomm Sd450 Firmware | ||
| Qualcomm Sd450 | ||
| Qualcomm Sd625 Firmware | ||
| Qualcomm Sd625 | ||
| Qualcomm Sd650 Firmware | ||
| Qualcomm Sd650 | ||
| Qualcomm Sd652 Firmware | ||
| Qualcomm Sd652 | ||
| Qualcomm Sd820a Firmware | ||
| Qualcomm Sd820a | ||
| Qualcomm Sd845 Firmware | ||
| Qualcomm Sd845 | ||
| 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 Sdx20 Firmware | ||
| Qualcomm Sdx20 | ||
| Qualcomm Qca6584 Firmware | ||
| Qualcomm Qca6584 |
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Reference Links
- https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/2018-09-01/#asterisk
- https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/2018-09-01 (Advisory)
- http://support.blackberry.com/kb/articleDetail?language=en_US&articleNumber=000051618
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2018-09-01#qualcomm-closed-source-components
- https://www.qualcomm.com/company/product-security/bulletins
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-11290?
CVE-2018-11290 is a vulnerability in Qualcomm Snapdragon devices that may allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code or gain elevated privileges.
How severe is CVE-2018-11290?
CVE-2018-11290 has a severity rating of 7.5, which is classified as high.
Which devices are affected by CVE-2018-11290?
Qualcomm Snapdragon devices including MDM9206, MDM9607, MDM9640, MDM9650, MSM8996AU, QCA6574AU, QCA6584, SD 210/SD 212/SD 205, SD 425, SD 427, SD 430, SD 435, SD 450, SD 625, SD 650/52, SD 820A, SD 845, SDM429, SDM439, SDM630, SDM632, SDM636, SDM660, SDX20 are affected by CVE-2018-11290.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2018-11290?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2018-11290 by exploiting a vulnerability in Qualcomm Snapdragon devices to execute arbitrary code or gain elevated privileges.
Are there any fixes available for CVE-2018-11290?
Yes, patches and updates are available from Qualcomm and Google to address the vulnerability CVE-2018-11290.
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