CVE-2020-11172
First published: Mon Nov 02 2020(Updated: )
u'fscanf reads a string from a file and stores its contents on a statically allocated stack memory which leads to stack overflow' in Snapdragon Wired Infrastructure and Networking in IPQ4019, IPQ6018, IPQ8064, IPQ8074, QCA9531, QCA9980
Credit: product-security@qualcomm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Qualcomm Ipq4019 Firmware | ||
| Qualcomm Ipq4019 | ||
| Google Android | ||
| Qualcomm Ipq6018 | ||
| Qualcomm Ipq8064 Firmware | ||
| Qualcomm Ipq8064 | ||
| Qualcomm Ipq8074 Firmware | ||
| Qualcomm Ipq8074 | ||
| Qualcomm Qca9531 Firmware | ||
| Qualcomm Qca9531 | ||
| Qualcomm Qca9980 Firmware | ||
| Qualcomm Qca9980 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-11172?
CVE-2020-11172 is a vulnerability that allows an attacker to cause a stack overflow by reading a string from a file and storing its contents on a statically allocated stack memory.
How does CVE-2020-11172 affect Qualcomm Snapdragon Wired Infrastructure and Networking?
CVE-2020-11172 affects Qualcomm Snapdragon Wired Infrastructure and Networking in IPQ4019, IPQ6018, IPQ8064, IPQ8074, QCA9531, and QCA9980.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-11172?
CVE-2020-11172 has a severity rating of 9.8, which is considered critical.
How can I fix CVE-2020-11172?
To fix CVE-2020-11172, it is recommended to apply the security updates provided by Qualcomm and follow the guidelines mentioned in their bulletins.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-11172?
More information about CVE-2020-11172 can be found on the Qualcomm website in their October 2020 security bulletins.
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