CVE-2019-14045

Possible buffer overflow while processing clientlog and serverlog due to lack of validation of data received in logs in Snapdragon Auto, Snapdragon Consumer…

published March 5, 2020

CVSS
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EPSS
1%
Percentile
59.3
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ Buffer overflow alert! A lack of data validation in Snapdragon's logging processes could open the door for mischief — and we definitely don’t want that! 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant kitchen that accepts any ingredients, no matter how rotten. If the chef isn’t checking the quality before cooking, a bad batch could spoil the whole meal! In this case, a malicious actor could potentially exploit the buffer overflow to cause unexpected behavior in the system — think crashes or even unauthorized actions. If exploited, it could compromise the integrity of devices using Snapdragon, from cars to IoT gadgets. That's definitely not the kind of malfunction anyone wants!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant kitchen that accepts any ingredients, no matter how rotten. If the chef isn’t checking the quality before cooking, a bad batch could spoil the whole meal! This vulnerability arises from insufficient validation of log data in Snapdragon's clientlog and serverlog. It can lead to a buffer overflow when processing incoming logs, creating potential instability in affected devices.

What to do

In this case, a malicious actor could potentially exploit the buffer overflow to cause unexpected behavior in the system — think crashes or even unauthorized actions. If exploited, it could compromise the integrity of devices using Snapdragon, from cars to IoT gadgets. That's definitely not the kind of malfunction anyone wants! It’s crucial to implement proper input validation and sanitization for log data. Device manufacturers should patch their software to ensure that the logging functionality is resilient against such attacks. Staying updated with the latest security practices is key! You’ve got this! Stay proactive, and your devices will be safe and sound! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00902 · 59.3th percentile
Published
2020-03-05T08:56Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 05 MAR 08:56Z
    Possible buffer overflow while processing clientlog and serverlog due to lack of validation of data received in logs in Snapdragon Auto, Snapdragon Consumer…
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