CVE-2020-11138

Uninitialized pointers accessed during music play back with incorrect bit stream due to an uninitialized heap memory result in instability in Snapdragon Auto…

published January 21, 2021

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

⚡ An uninitialized pointer is causing a ruckus during music playback! This bug affects a wide range of Snapdragon tech, from wearables to automotive systems! 🎶 Think of uninitialized pointers like a radio tuner that hasn’t been set to a frequency — you might hear static or random noise instead of your favorite song, leading to frustrating interruptions. Just like a poorly tuned radio can ruin a road trip, this vulnerability can destabilize devices in crucial moments! If exploited, this could lead to crashes or unexpected behavior in devices using Snapdragon tech, which could disrupt essential functions. While no known exploits are out there, instability in critical applications can lead to frustrating user experiences and potential safety concerns.

Put simply

Think of uninitialized pointers like a radio tuner that hasn’t been set to a frequency — you might hear static or random noise instead of your favorite song, leading to frustrating interruptions. Just like a poorly tuned radio can ruin a road trip, this vulnerability can destabilize devices in crucial moments! This vulnerability occurs when uninitialized heap memory is accessed during music playback, resulting in instability across various Snapdragon platforms, including Auto, Compute, and IoT devices.

What to do

If exploited, this could lead to crashes or unexpected behavior in devices using Snapdragon tech, which could disrupt essential functions. While no known exploits are out there, instability in critical applications can lead to frustrating user experiences and potential safety concerns. Since this is a known issue, it’s essential to monitor updates from Snapdragon. If you’re using affected devices, keep your software up to date and ensure any relevant patches or configurations are applied as recommended by Qualcomm. You've got this! Stay vigilant and keep your devices updated for smooth sailing! 🛡️

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
    Uninitialized pointers accessed during music play back with incorrect bit stream due to an uninitialized heap memory result in instability in Snapdragon Auto…
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