CVE-2018-13924

Lack of check to prevent the buffer length taking negative values can lead to stack overflow

published July 22, 2019

CVSS
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EPSS
1%
Percentile
65.7
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚡ A sneaky oversight allows for negative lengths, and it could lead to a stack overflow in various Snapdragon components! Think of it like a factory assembly line that keeps accepting parts even when they’re out of specification—if the line doesn’t stop to check, it could produce faulty products that jam the whole operation. 🔧 When buffer lengths can turn negative, it’s like a chain reaction that can cause a catastrophic failure in the system, potentially leading to crashes or unexpected behavior. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to gain control over devices, which is absolutely devastating for users relying on their Snapdragon-powered gadgets!

Put simply

Think of it like a factory assembly line that keeps accepting parts even when they’re out of specification—if the line doesn’t stop to check, it could produce faulty products that jam the whole operation. 🔧 This vulnerability arises from a lack of checks in the code that allows buffer lengths to become negative, leading to potential stack overflow scenarios in various Snapdragon hardware components.

What to do

When buffer lengths can turn negative, it’s like a chain reaction that can cause a catastrophic failure in the system, potentially leading to crashes or unexpected behavior. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to gain control over devices, which is absolutely devastating for users relying on their Snapdragon-powered gadgets! Developers should ensure that their applications validate buffer lengths properly and implement bounds checking to prevent negative values. Additionally, it's crucial to stay updated with Qualcomm's security patches and monitor for any upcoming updates related to this vulnerability. You've got this! By taking these steps, you’ll help safeguard your devices and keep everything running smoothly! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01112 · 65.7th percentile
Published
2019-07-22T13:47Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 22 JUL 13:47Z
    Lack of check to prevent the buffer length taking negative values can lead to stack overflow
    cvelistv5