CVE-2018-11930 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2018-11930 affecting Snapdragon Auto, Compute, Consumer IOT, Industrial IOT, Mobile by Qualcomm. Find out the impact, affected systems, and mitigation steps.
Snapdragon Auto, Snapdragon Compute, Snapdragon Consumer IOT, Snapdragon Industrial IOT, Snapdragon Mobile by Qualcomm, Inc. are affected by an integer truncation issue due to insufficient validation of input data in the WLAN function.
Understanding CVE-2018-11930
This CVE involves an Integer Underflow Issue in WLAN.
What is CVE-2018-11930?
CVE-2018-11930 is a vulnerability in Qualcomm products that can lead to an integer truncation issue in various Snapdragon devices.
The Impact of CVE-2018-11930
The vulnerability can potentially allow attackers to exploit the WLAN function, compromising the integrity and security of affected devices.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-11930
This section provides detailed technical information about the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The issue arises from improper input validation in locating and copying additional IEs in the WLAN function, resulting in an integer truncation problem.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Products: Snapdragon Auto, Snapdragon Compute, Snapdragon Consumer IOT, Snapdragon Industrial IOT, Snapdragon Mobile
- Versions: MDM9150, MDM9206, MDM9607, MDM9640, MDM9650, MSM8996AU, QCS605, Qualcomm 215, SD 425, SD 427, SD 430, SD 435, SD 439 / SD 429, SD 450, SD 625, SD 632, SD 636, SD 675, SD 820A, SD 835, SD 845 / SD 850, SD 855, SDA660, SDM439, SDM630, SDM660, SDX20, SDX24, SM7150
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability can be exploited by manipulating input data to trigger the integer truncation issue in the WLAN function.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting systems from CVE-2018-11930 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply security patches provided by Qualcomm promptly.
- Monitor official sources for updates and advisories regarding the vulnerability.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Implement strict input validation mechanisms in WLAN functions.
- Regularly update and maintain security protocols to prevent similar vulnerabilities.
- Conduct security audits and assessments to identify and address potential risks.
Patching and Updates
- Ensure all affected devices are updated with the latest firmware and security patches.
- Regularly check for updates from Qualcomm to address known vulnerabilities.