CVE-2015-9039

In all Qualcomm products with Android releases from CAF using the Linux kernel, a vulnerability exists in eMBMS where an assertion can be reached by a sequence…

published August 18, 2017

CVSS
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EPSS
1%
Percentile
58.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A crafty sequence of downlink messages can trigger an assertion in Qualcomm's eMBMS, paving the way for unexpected behavior! Think of it like a train schedule: if one train shows up early and causes a chain reaction, it could derail the entire timetable. In this case, those unexpected messages could throw a wrench in Qualcomm’s operations! If exploited, this vulnerability could lead to instability in communications, resulting in dropped calls or service interruptions. While there's no current evidence of exploitation, the potential for chaos is definitely there!

Put simply

Think of it like a train schedule: if one train shows up early and causes a chain reaction, it could derail the entire timetable. In this case, those unexpected messages could throw a wrench in Qualcomm’s operations! The vulnerability arises from an assertion condition in Qualcomm's eMBMS within Android devices, triggered by a specific sequence of downlink messages that the system isn't prepared to handle properly.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could lead to instability in communications, resulting in dropped calls or service interruptions. While there's no current evidence of exploitation, the potential for chaos is definitely there! Stay alert and monitor Qualcomm's updates for any patches addressing this vulnerability. Regularly review device configurations and set up notifications to ensure you're informed of any changes in security posture. Keeping devices up-to-date is key here! You've got this! Stay proactive and keep your systems secure! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00895 · 58.9th percentile
Published
2017-08-18T18:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 18 AUG 18:00Z
    In all Qualcomm products with Android releases from CAF using the Linux kernel, a vulnerability exists in eMBMS where an assertion can be reached by a sequence…
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