CVE-2020-11140 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2020-11140 affecting Qualcomm Snapdragon processors. Discover the impact, affected systems, exploitation details, and mitigation steps for this security vulnerability.
Snapdragon processors by Qualcomm are affected by an out-of-bound memory access vulnerability during music playback with ALAC modified content.
Understanding CVE-2020-11140
This CVE identifies a security issue in various Snapdragon processor products.
What is CVE-2020-11140?
The vulnerability involves improper validation leading to out-of-bound memory access during music playback with ALAC modified content.
The Impact of CVE-2020-11140
The vulnerability could be exploited to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service by an attacker with local access.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-11140
Qualcomm Snapdragon processors are affected by this security flaw.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability arises from improper validation during music playback with ALAC modified content, resulting in out-of-bound memory access.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Products: Snapdragon Auto, Compute, Connectivity, Consumer IOT, Industrial IOT, IoT, Mobile, Voice & Music, Wearables, Wired Infrastructure, and Networking
- Versions: APQ8017, APQ8037, APQ8052, and many more
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by manipulating ALAC modified content during music playback.
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to address and prevent the CVE-2020-11140 vulnerability.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply patches and updates provided by Qualcomm promptly.
- Monitor for any unusual activities on affected devices.
- Restrict access to vulnerable systems.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update software and firmware on devices.
- Implement network segmentation to contain potential attacks.
- Conduct security assessments and audits periodically.
Patching and Updates
- Qualcomm has released patches to address this vulnerability.