CVE-2015-9158

In Android before 2018-04-05 or earlier security patch level on Qualcomm Snapdragon Automobile, Snapdragon Mobile, and Snapdragon Wear MDM9206, MDM9650…

published April 18, 2018

CVSS
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EPSS
1%
Percentile
67.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A sneaky buffer overflow in the QTEE crypto function on several Snapdragon chipsets could spill over into trouble! 🔥 Think of it like a crowded elevator that exceeds its weight limit, causing it to malfunction—if you push too many functionalities into the crypto function, it could overflow and create chaos. In the worst-case scenario, this buffer overflow could allow unauthorized access to sensitive data or influence how the system processes information, leading to potential security breaches. While no known exploits are out there yet, this is one to keep on your radar!

Put simply

Think of it like a crowded elevator that exceeds its weight limit, causing it to malfunction—if you push too many functionalities into the crypto function, it could overflow and create chaos. This vulnerability relates to a buffer overflow in the QTEE crypto function on affected Qualcomm Snapdragon chipsets, which could allow attackers to manipulate data processing or access restricted data.

What to do

In the worst-case scenario, this buffer overflow could allow unauthorized access to sensitive data or influence how the system processes information, leading to potential security breaches. While no known exploits are out there yet, this is one to keep on your radar! Update your devices to the latest security patch level from 2018-04-05 or later. If this vulnerability affects your applications, consider reaching out to Qualcomm for guidance on applying necessary workarounds. You've got this! By staying informed and proactive, you're safeguarding your digital world! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01186 · 67.6th percentile
Published
2018-04-18T14:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 18 APR 14:00Z
    In Android before 2018-04-05 or earlier security patch level on Qualcomm Snapdragon Automobile, Snapdragon Mobile, and Snapdragon Wear MDM9206, MDM9650…
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