CWE
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Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2018-5878: Buffer Overflow

First published: Mon Jul 02 2018(Updated: )

While sending the response to a RIL_REQUEST_GET_SMSC_ADDRESS message, a buffer overflow can occur in Snapdragon Automobile, Snapdragon Mobile and Snapdragon Wear.

Credit: product-security@qualcomm.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Android
Qualcomm MDM9206
Qualcomm MDM9206 firmware
Qualcomm MD9607 Firmware
Qualcomm MDM9607 firmware
Qualcomm MDM9635M firmware
Qualcomm MDM9635M firmware
Qualcomm MDM9650
Qualcomm MDM9650 firmware
Qualcomm SD210 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 210 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 212
Qualcomm SD 212 Firmware
Qualcomm SD205 Firmware
Qualcomm SD205 Firmware
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 SD835 Firmware
Qualcomm Snapdragon 835

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2018-5878?

    CVE-2018-5878 has a severity rating that indicates a potential for exploitation through a buffer overflow.

  • How do I fix CVE-2018-5878?

    To fix CVE-2018-5878, ensure that your firmware is updated to the latest version provided by Qualcomm.

  • Which devices are affected by CVE-2018-5878?

    CVE-2018-5878 affects various Qualcomm MDM and Snapdragon products including models such as MDM9206 and MDM9607.

  • What could happen if CVE-2018-5878 is exploited?

    Exploitation of CVE-2018-5878 could lead to unexpected behavior or system crashes due to the buffer overflow.

  • Is CVE-2018-5878 common across all Android devices?

    CVE-2018-5878 is not common across all Android devices, as it specifically targets certain Qualcomm chipsets.

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