CVE-2022-25748

Memory corruption in WLAN due to integer overflow to buffer overflow while parsing GTK frames

Critical · published October 19, 2022

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
43.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🔥 A sneaky integer overflow is turning into a buffer overflow in WLAN parsing, affecting multiple Snapdragon platforms! 📡 This vulnerability is like a faulty assembly line where a minor miscalculation in the parts leads to a catastrophic failure of the entire product. One small error in the integer can cause a massive overflow, compromising the whole structure! An attacker could exploit this flaw to cause memory corruption, potentially allowing them to crash the system or execute arbitrary code. Imagine a hacker taking over your device and misusing its capabilities—it could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data, affecting millions of users!

Put simply

This vulnerability is like a faulty assembly line where a minor miscalculation in the parts leads to a catastrophic failure of the entire product. One small error in the integer can cause a massive overflow, compromising the whole structure! CVE-2022-25748 is a memory corruption vulnerability stemming from an integer overflow during the parsing of GTK frames in various Snapdragon platforms. This miscalculation can lead to a buffer overflow, paving the way for critical exploits.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this flaw to cause memory corruption, potentially allowing them to crash the system or execute arbitrary code. Imagine a hacker taking over your device and misusing its capabilities—it could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data, affecting millions of users! To remediate this issue, ensure that your Snapdragon devices are updated to the latest firmware version provided by the vendor. Regularly check for patches and implement mitigations against buffer overflow attacks. Don’t wait—secure your devices now! You’ve got this! By following these steps, you’ll be securing your devices and protecting your data in no time! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00524 · 43.6th percentile
Published
2022-10-19T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 19 OCT 00:00Z
    Memory corruption in WLAN due to integer overflow to buffer overflow while parsing GTK frames
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