CVE-2020-11138 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2020-11138 affecting Qualcomm Snapdragon products. Uninitialized pointers during music playback can lead to system instability. Find mitigation steps and patching recommendations here.
Snapdragon Auto, Snapdragon Compute, Snapdragon Connectivity, Snapdragon Consumer IOT, Snapdragon Industrial IOT, Snapdragon IoT, Snapdragon Mobile, Snapdragon Voice & Music, Snapdragon Wearables, Snapdragon Wired Infrastructure and Networking by Qualcomm, Inc. are affected by uninitialized pointers leading to instability during music playback.
Understanding CVE-2020-11138
What is CVE-2020-11138?
Uninitialized pointers accessed during music playback with incorrect bit stream due to uninitialized heap memory result in instability in various Qualcomm Snapdragon products.
The Impact of CVE-2020-11138
This vulnerability can lead to system instability and potential exploitation by malicious actors.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-11138
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability involves uninitialized pointers during music playback, causing instability in multiple Qualcomm Snapdragon products.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Products: Snapdragon Auto, Snapdragon Compute, Snapdragon Connectivity, and more
- Versions: APQ8009, APQ8009W, APQ8017, and many more
Exploitation Mechanism
The issue arises when incorrect bit streams are accessed due to uninitialized heap memory, impacting system stability.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply patches provided by Qualcomm promptly
- Monitor Qualcomm's security bulletins for updates
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update software and firmware on affected devices
- Implement secure coding practices to prevent similar vulnerabilities
Patching and Updates
- Stay informed about security advisories from Qualcomm
- Apply recommended patches and updates to mitigate the vulnerability