CVE-2019-2239 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies
Learn about CVE-2019-2239 affecting Snapdragon platforms by Qualcomm, leading to SUI Corruption or Denial of Service. Find mitigation steps and affected systems here.
Snapdragon platforms by Qualcomm are vulnerable to SUI Corruption or Denial of Service due to missing sanity checks in their layout.
Understanding CVE-2019-2239
This CVE identifies a vulnerability in various Snapdragon platforms that can lead to SUI Corruption or Denial of Service.
What is CVE-2019-2239?
The absence of sanity checks in the layout of Snapdragon platforms can result in SUI Corruption or Denial of Service. Affected platforms include Snapdragon Auto, Compute, Connectivity, Consumer Electronics Connectivity, Consumer IoT, Industrial IoT, Mobile, Voice & Music, Wired Infrastructure, and Networking.
The Impact of CVE-2019-2239
The vulnerability can be exploited to cause SUI Corruption or Denial of Service, potentially disrupting the normal operation of the affected systems.
Technical Details of CVE-2019-2239
Qualcomm's Snapdragon platforms are affected by this vulnerability due to missing sanity checks in their layout.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability arises from the absence of proper sanity checks in the layout of various Snapdragon platforms, leading to SUI Corruption or Denial of Service.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Affected systems include Snapdragon Auto, Compute, Connectivity, Consumer Electronics Connectivity, Consumer IoT, Industrial IoT, Mobile, Voice & Music, Wired Infrastructure, and Networking.
- Versions impacted: MDM9150, MDM9206, MDM9607, MDM9635M, MDM9640, MDM9650, MDM9655, MSM8996AU, QCS404, QCS605, Qualcomm 215, and more.
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability can be exploited by malicious actors to trigger SUI Corruption or Denial of Service on the affected Snapdragon platforms.
Mitigation and Prevention
To address CVE-2019-2239, follow these steps:
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply patches provided by Qualcomm promptly.
- Monitor Qualcomm's security bulletins for updates and advisories.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update firmware and software on affected devices.
- Implement proper security measures to prevent unauthorized access.
Patching and Updates
- Ensure all Snapdragon platforms are updated with the latest patches from Qualcomm to mitigate the vulnerability.