CVE-2020-11170

Out of bound memory access while playing music playbacks with crafted vorbis content due to improper checks in header extraction in Snapdragon Auto, Snapdragon…

published February 22, 2021

CVSS
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EPSS
1%
Percentile
57.3
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ Out-of-bounds memory access is lurking in catchy tunes! 🎶 A crafted Vorbis file can exploit improper checks in header extraction across multiple Snapdragon platforms. Think of it like a waiter delivering a dish with a surprise ingredient — if they don’t check the recipe carefully, it could lead to some unexpected and unwanted flavors in your meal! This vulnerability could allow attackers to execute malicious code by exploiting memory access issues while playing music, potentially leading to system crashes or unpredictable behavior. It's a sneaky way to disrupt functionality while users are just trying to enjoy their favorite tunes!

Put simply

Think of it like a waiter delivering a dish with a surprise ingredient — if they don’t check the recipe carefully, it could lead to some unexpected and unwanted flavors in your meal! The flaw arises from improper checks during header extraction of crafted Vorbis content, allowing for out-of-bounds memory access across various Snapdragon platforms including Auto, Mobile, and Wearables.

What to do

This vulnerability could allow attackers to execute malicious code by exploiting memory access issues while playing music, potentially leading to system crashes or unpredictable behavior. It's a sneaky way to disrupt functionality while users are just trying to enjoy their favorite tunes! Ensure you update your Snapdragon implementations to the latest patches that address this vulnerability. Review your audio playback mechanisms to tighten security checks on file headers, and monitor for any unusual behavior that could indicate exploitation. You've got this! Just follow these steps, and you'll be back to smooth listening in no time! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00834 · 57.3th percentile
Published
2021-02-22T06:25Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 22 FEB 06:25Z
    Out of bound memory access while playing music playbacks with crafted vorbis content due to improper checks in header extraction in Snapdragon Auto, Snapdragon…
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