CVE-2018-5878: Buffer Overflow

Published Jul 2, 2018
·
Updated

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

Affected Software

49 affected components
Qualcomm Mdm9206 Firmware
Qualcomm MDM9206
Qualcomm Mdm9607 Firmware
Qualcomm MDM9607
Qualcomm Mdm9635m Firmware
Qualcomm MDM9635M
Qualcomm Mdm9650 Firmware
Qualcomm MDM9650
Qualcomm Sd 210 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 210
Qualcomm Sd 212 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 212
Qualcomm Sd 205 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 205
Qualcomm Sd 615 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 615
Qualcomm Sd 616 Firmware
Qualcomm Sd 616
Qualcomm Sd 415 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 415
Qualcomm Sd 625 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 625
Qualcomm Sd 835 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 835
Google Android
All of the following
Qualcomm Mdm9206 Firmware
Qualcomm MDM9206
All of the following
Qualcomm Mdm9607 Firmware
Qualcomm MDM9607
All of the following
Qualcomm Mdm9635m Firmware
Qualcomm MDM9635M
All of the following
Qualcomm Mdm9650 Firmware
Qualcomm MDM9650
All of the following
Qualcomm Sd 210 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 210
All of the following
Qualcomm Sd 212 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 212
All of the following
Qualcomm Sd 205 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 205
All of the following
Qualcomm Sd 615 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 615
All of the following
Qualcomm Sd 616 Firmware
Qualcomm Sd 616
All of the following
Qualcomm Sd 415 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 415
All of the following
Qualcomm Sd 625 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 625
All of the following
Qualcomm Sd 835 Firmware
Qualcomm SD 835

Event History

Jul 2, 2018
CVE Published
via Android·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Android·12:00 AM
SeverityAffected Software
Jul 6, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:29 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

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.

2

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.

3

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.

4

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.

5

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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