CVE-2020-11137

Integer multiplication overflow resulting in lower buffer size allocation than expected causes memory access out of bounds resulting in possible device…

published January 21, 2021

CVSS
—
EPSS
1%
Percentile
65.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A sneaky integer multiplication overflow could lead to some seriously wobbly device behavior! 🤯 Imagine a factory assembly line expecting a certain number of widgets, but the order gets mixed up. Instead of the right amount, they get half the materials, causing chaos as workers scramble to fill in the gaps! With this overflow, devices utilizing Snapdragon technology could face unexpected instability. This could mean anything from sudden crashes to erratic performance—definitely not the behavior you want from your tech!

Put simply

Imagine a factory assembly line expecting a certain number of widgets, but the order gets mixed up. Instead of the right amount, they get half the materials, causing chaos as workers scramble to fill in the gaps! This vulnerability in Snapdragon components arises when integer multiplication overflows, causing the system to allocate a buffer that's smaller than necessary. This leads to potential out-of-bounds memory access, putting device functionality at risk.

What to do

With this overflow, devices utilizing Snapdragon technology could face unexpected instability. This could mean anything from sudden crashes to erratic performance—definitely not the behavior you want from your tech! To mitigate this vulnerability, ensure your firmware is updated to the latest version provided by Qualcomm. Monitor for any security patches and apply them promptly to safeguard device stability. You've got this! With a few updates, you'll keep your devices running smoothly and securely. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01098 · 65.4th percentile
Published
2021-01-21T09:41Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 21 JAN 09:41Z
    Integer multiplication overflow resulting in lower buffer size allocation than expected causes memory access out of bounds resulting in possible device…
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