CVE-2019-2256: Buffer Overflow
An unprivileged user can craft a bitstream such that the payload encoded in the bitstream gains code execution in Snapdragon Auto, Snapdragon Compute, Snapdragon Connectivity, Snapdragon Consumer IOT, Snapdragon Industrial IOT, Snapdragon Mobile, Snapdragon Voice & Music, Snapdragon Wearables in MDM9650, MSM8909W, MSM8996AU, QCS605, Qualcomm 215, SD 210/SD 212/SD 205, SD 425, SD 427, SD 430, SD 435, SD 439 / SD 429, SD 450, SD 625, SD 632, SD 636, SD 675, SD 712 / SD 710 / SD 670, SD 820, SD 820A, SD 835, SD 845 / SD 850, SD 855, SD 8CX, SDA660, SDM439, SDM630, SDM660, SnapdragonHighMed2016, SXR1130
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-2256?
CVE-2019-2256 is a vulnerability that allows an unprivileged user to craft a bitstream that can execute code in certain Qualcomm products.
Which software products are affected by CVE-2019-2256?
CVE-2019-2256 affects Snapdragon Auto, Snapdragon Compute, Snapdragon Connectivity, Snapdragon Consumer IOT, Snapdragon Industrial IOT, Snapdragon Mobile, Snapdragon Voice & Music, Snapdragon Wearables, Google Android, Qualcomm Mdm9650 Firmware, and Qualcomm Qcs605 Firmware.
What is the severity of CVE-2019-2256?
CVE-2019-2256 is considered a critical vulnerability with a severity value of 9.
How can an unprivileged user exploit CVE-2019-2256?
An unprivileged user can exploit CVE-2019-2256 by crafting a bitstream with a payload that gains code execution in the affected Qualcomm products.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2019-2256?
You can find more information about CVE-2019-2256 in the official security bulletins from Google Android and Qualcomm.