CVE-2020-11209: Medium severity qualcomm sd 820 firmware vulnerability

Published Nov 12, 2020
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Updated

Improper authorization in DSP process could allow unauthorized users to downgrade the library versions in SD820, SD821, SD820, QCS603, QCS605, SDA855, SA6155P, SA6145P, SA6155, SA6155P, SD855, SD 675, SD660, SD429, SD439

Affected Software

26 affected components
QUALCOMM Sd820 Firmware
QUALCOMM Sd820
QUALCOMM Sd821 Firmware
QUALCOMM Sd821
QUALCOMM Qcs603 Firmware
QUALCOMM Qcs603
QUALCOMM Qcs605 Firmware
QUALCOMM QCS605
QUALCOMM Sda855 Firmware
QUALCOMM Sda855
QUALCOMM Sa6155p Firmware
QUALCOMM Sa6155p
QUALCOMM Sa6145p Firmware
QUALCOMM Sa6145p
QUALCOMM Sa6155 Firmware
QUALCOMM Sa6155
Qualcomm Sd855 Firmware
QUALCOMM Sd855
QUALCOMM Sd 675 Firmware
QUALCOMM SD 675
QUALCOMM Sd660 Firmware
QUALCOMM Sd660
QUALCOMM Sd429 Firmware
QUALCOMM Sd429
QUALCOMM Sd439 Firmware
QUALCOMM Sd439

Event History

Nov 12, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-11209?

CVE-2020-11209 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for unauthorized access and library version downgrades.

2

How do I fix CVE-2020-11209?

To fix CVE-2020-11209, ensure that your firmware is updated to the latest version provided by Qualcomm that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What devices are affected by CVE-2020-11209?

CVE-2020-11209 affects several Qualcomm hardware platforms, including SD820, SD821, SD855, and various QCS and SA series chips.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-11209?

CVE-2020-11209 is categorized as an improper authorization vulnerability.

5

How can CVE-2020-11209 be exploited?

CVE-2020-11209 can be exploited by unauthorized users to downgrade library versions, potentially affecting the functionality and security of the devices.

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