CVE-2017-11011 Explained : Impact and Mitigation

A detailed overview of the Use After Free vulnerability affecting Qualcomm Snapdragon Mobile and Snapdragon Wear devices.

Understanding CVE-2017-11011

A Use After Free vulnerability in Qualcomm Snapdragon Mobile and Snapdragon Wear devices running Android versions before the security patch level 2018-04-05.

What is CVE-2017-11011?

A Use After Free vulnerability in a communication API on Qualcomm Snapdragon Mobile and Snapdragon Wear devices.
Devices affected include MDM9206, MDM9607, SD 210/SD 212/SD 205, SD 425, SD 430, SD 450, SD 625, SD 820, SD 835.

The Impact of CVE-2017-11011

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-11011

A closer look at the vulnerability and its implications.

Vulnerability Description

Use After Free condition in a communication API on Qualcomm Snapdragon Mobile and Snapdragon Wear devices.

Affected Systems and Versions

Qualcomm Snapdragon Mobile and Snapdragon Wear devices running Android versions before the security patch level 2018-04-05.

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can trigger the Use After Free condition through the communication API, potentially leading to code execution or service denial.

Mitigation and Prevention

Best practices to mitigate the risks associated with CVE-2017-11011.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply the security patch level 2018-04-05 or later to affected devices.
Monitor for any unusual activity that could indicate exploitation of the vulnerability.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update devices with the latest security patches to prevent known vulnerabilities.
Implement network segmentation and access controls to limit the impact of potential attacks.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security bulletins and updates from Qualcomm and Android to address vulnerabilities promptly.