CVE-2021-1898: Medium severity Qualcomm Apq8009 Firmware vulnerability
Possible buffer over-read due to incorrect overflow check when loading splash image in Snapdragon Consumer IOT, Snapdragon Industrial IOT, Snapdragon Mobile, Snapdragon Voice & Music, Snapdragon Wearables
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
android/kernel/lkto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in SoCVersion:2021-07-05
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-1898?
CVE-2021-1898 has a medium severity rating as it involves a possible buffer over-read due to incorrect overflow checks.
How do I fix CVE-2021-1898?
To fix CVE-2021-1898, update the firmware for the affected Qualcomm devices to the latest version provided by Qualcomm.
Which devices are affected by CVE-2021-1898?
CVE-2021-1898 affects various Qualcomm devices including those in the Snapdragon Consumer IOT, Snapdragon Mobile, and other specified firmware products.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2021-1898?
The potential impacts of CVE-2021-1898 include system crashes and unauthorized access due to buffer over-reads.
Is CVE-2021-1898 actively exploited in the wild?
As of now, there are no public reports indicating that CVE-2021-1898 is actively exploited in the wild.