CVE-2018-11852 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

Android for MSM, Firefox OS for MSM, and QRD Android by Qualcomm, Inc. are affected by an OOB write vulnerability due to inadequate input verification in the WMA API.

Understanding CVE-2018-11852

This CVE involves a buffer copy without checking the size of input in WLAN, leading to potential security risks.

What is CVE-2018-11852?

OOB write vulnerability in Android releases from CAF using the Linux kernel
Caused by insufficient input validation in the WMA API
Results in incorrect population of the host structure

The Impact of CVE-2018-11852

Allows attackers to write beyond the allocated memory boundaries
May lead to system crashes, code execution, or sensitive data exposure

Technical Details of CVE-2018-11852

This section provides detailed technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

OOB write vulnerability due to inadequate input verification in the WMA API
Occurs in Android releases from CAF using the Linux kernel

Affected Systems and Versions

Products: Android for MSM, Firefox OS for MSM, QRD Android
Versions: All Android releases from CAF using the Linux kernel

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers exploit the lack of input validation in the WMA API to manipulate host structures

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your systems from CVE-2018-11852 with these mitigation strategies.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply patches provided by Qualcomm to address the vulnerability
Monitor vendor security bulletins for updates and advisories

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement secure coding practices to validate inputs and prevent buffer overflows
Conduct regular security assessments and audits to identify vulnerabilities

Patching and Updates

Regularly update firmware and software to ensure the latest security patches are applied