CVE-2016-10347

In all Qualcomm products with Android releases from CAF using the Linux kernel, an argument to a hypervisor function is not properly validated

published August 18, 2017

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

⚡ A sneaky argument bypass in Qualcomm’s hypervisor function could open the door to vulnerabilities! 🔥 Think of it like a hotel check-in that doesn’t verify IDs — anyone could waltz into any room without a reservation. It’s a recipe for chaos when unvalidated inputs can lead to unauthorized access! An attacker could exploit this oversight to manipulate the hypervisor, potentially gaining control over system resources and affecting the security of the entire device. This could lead to unauthorized data access or even system crashes, leaving users vulnerable and their data at risk!

Put simply

Think of it like a hotel check-in that doesn’t verify IDs — anyone could waltz into any room without a reservation. It’s a recipe for chaos when unvalidated inputs can lead to unauthorized access! This vulnerability arises from inadequate validation of an argument passed to a hypervisor function in Qualcomm products that use the Linux kernel. This flaw could allow malicious actors to exploit the hypervisor’s functionality without appropriate checks in place.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this oversight to manipulate the hypervisor, potentially gaining control over system resources and affecting the security of the entire device. This could lead to unauthorized data access or even system crashes, leaving users vulnerable and their data at risk! While there's no known exploitation yet, staying proactive is key! Ensure you’re using the latest Qualcomm updates and monitor any patches related to their hypervisor functions. Regularly review your device settings to ensure security is tightened. You can tackle this! Stay vigilant, keep your devices updated, and you’ll be well on your way to secure success! 🛡️

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, an argument to a hypervisor function is not properly validated
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