CVE-2021-30276

Improper access control while doing XPU re-configuration dynamically can lead to unauthorized access to a secure resource in Snapdragon Compute, Snapdragon…

Critical · published January 3, 2022

CVSS v3.1
9.3
EPSS
0%
Percentile
4.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🔥 Just a tweak in access control can turn your Snapdragon devices into an open door for unauthorized intruders! 🚪 Think of it like a VIP lounge at a concert where anyone can stroll in without a ticket if some staff forget to check IDs — the security is compromised! An attacker could gain access to sensitive resources without proper authentication, posing an absolutely devastating risk to your data and device functionality. This means personal information and secured operations could be at their mercy, leading to potential data breaches and operational chaos!

Put simply

Think of it like a VIP lounge at a concert where anyone can stroll in without a ticket if some staff forget to check IDs — the security is compromised! CVE-2021-30276 involves improper access control during dynamic XPU re-configuration in Snapdragon platforms, allowing unauthorized access to secure resources without sufficient checks in place.

What to do

An attacker could gain access to sensitive resources without proper authentication, posing an absolutely devastating risk to your data and device functionality. This means personal information and secured operations could be at their mercy, leading to potential data breaches and operational chaos! To remediate this issue, ensure all devices are updated with the latest patches from Qualcomm. Review your configurations to tighten access controls for dynamic XPU changes, and consider implementing additional authentication checks. Vigilance today equals a secure tomorrow! You've got this! With the right fixes, you can lock down your devices and keep those intruders out! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.3 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00154 · 4.2th percentile
Published
2022-01-03T07:25Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 03 JAN 07:25Z
    Improper access control while doing XPU re-configuration dynamically can lead to unauthorized access to a secure resource in Snapdragon Compute, Snapdragon…
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