CVE-2016-10344

In all Qualcomm products with Android releases from CAF using the Linux kernel, the use of an out-of-range pointer offset is potentially possible in LTE

published August 18, 2017

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

๐Ÿ” An out-of-range pointer offset in Qualcomm's Android releases could be lurking like a mischievous raccoon in an unlocked dumpster! ๐Ÿฆ Think of it like a delivery service accidentally sending your package to the wrong neighborhood because they misread the address. In this case, the pointer is going off-course, potentially leading to unexpected behavior in LTE functionality. If exploited, this vulnerability could lead to unintentional access to memory regions, causing erratic behavior or crashes. While it's not actively being exploited, the mere possibility of the issue can leave users vulnerable to unexpected consequences.

Put simply

Think of it like a delivery service accidentally sending your package to the wrong neighborhood because they misread the address. In this case, the pointer is going off-course, potentially leading to unexpected behavior in LTE functionality. The issue revolves around an out-of-range pointer offset within Qualcomm products running on the Linux kernel. This could allow an attacker to manipulate memory access, leading to unintended outcomes within the LTE framework.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could lead to unintentional access to memory regions, causing erratic behavior or crashes. While it's not actively being exploited, the mere possibility of the issue can leave users vulnerable to unexpected consequences. To mitigate this, Qualcomm users should keep their firmware updated to the latest version provided by their device manufacturers. Regularly check for security patches and updates related to Qualcomm's Android deployments to minimize risk. You've got this! Stay proactive and keep your devices secure! ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00895 ยท 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, the use of an out-of-range pointer offset is potentially possible in LTE
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