high
7.8
CWE
119
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2018-11850: Buffer Overflow

First published: Fri Oct 26 2018(Updated: )

Lack of check on remaining length parameter When processing scan start command will lead to buffer flow in Snapdragon Automobile, Snapdragon Mobile, Snapdragon Wear in version MDM9206, MDM9607, MDM9640, MDM9650, MSM8996AU, QCA6174A, QCA6574AU, QCA6584, QCA6584AU, QCA9377, QCA9379, SD 210/SD 212/SD 205, SD 425, SD 625, SD 810, SD 820, SD 820A, SD 835, SD 845, SD 850, SDA660, SDX20

Credit: product-security@qualcomm.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Android
Qualcomm MDM9206
Qualcomm MDM9206 firmware
Qualcomm MD9607 Firmware
Qualcomm MDM9607 firmware
Qualcomm MDM9640 Firmware
Qualcomm MDM9640 Firmware
Qualcomm MDM9650
Qualcomm MDM9650 firmware
qualcomm MSM8996AU firmware
Qualcomm MSM8996AU Firmware
Qualcomm QCA6174A Firmware
Qualcomm QCA6174A Firmware
Qualcomm QCA6574 Firmware
Qualcomm QCA6574AU
Qualcomm QCA6584
Qualcomm QCA6584AU firmware
Qualcomm QCA6584AU Firmware
Qualcomm QCA6584AU firmware
Qualcomm QCA9377 Firmware
Qualcomm QCA9377 Firmware
Qualcomm QCA9379
Qualcomm QCA9379
Qualcomm SD210 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 210 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 212
Qualcomm SD 212 Firmware
Qualcomm 205 Firmware
Qualcomm SD205 Firmware
Qualcomm SDR425 Firmware
Qualcomm Snapdragon 425
Qualcomm SD 625 Firmware
Qualcomm Snapdragon 625
Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 Firmware
Qualcomm Snapdragon 810
Qualcomm SD820 Firmware
Qualcomm SD820 Firmware
Qualcomm SD820A Firmware
Qualcomm SD820A Firmware
Qualcomm SD835 Firmware
Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
Qualcomm SDA845 Firmware
Qualcomm SD845
Qualcomm SD850 Firmware
Qualcomm SD850
Qualcomm SDA660
Qualcomm SDA660
Qualcomm SDX20 Firmware
Qualcomm SDX20 Firmware

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What are the potential impacts of CVE-2018-11850?

    CVE-2018-11850 can lead to a buffer flow vulnerability, potentially allowing unauthorized access or crashes in affected devices.

  • Which devices are affected by CVE-2018-11850?

    CVE-2018-11850 affects several Qualcomm chips and firmware versions, including Snapdragon Automobile and Snapdragon Mobile products.

  • What is the severity level of CVE-2018-11850?

    CVE-2018-11850 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential impact on device security and stability.

  • How can I mitigate CVE-2018-11850?

    To mitigate CVE-2018-11850, it is recommended to update to the latest firmware version provided by Qualcomm.

  • Is CVE-2018-11850 related to any specific Qualcomm products?

    Yes, CVE-2018-11850 is specifically related to Qualcomm product families like MDM9206, MDM9607, and several QCA chipsets.

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