CVE-2018-11958 : Security Advisory and Response

A vulnerability in Qualcomm products could allow unauthorized access to sensitive input data through inadequate protection of keys in the keypad.

Understanding CVE-2018-11958

This CVE pertains to an Improper Access Control vulnerability in Content Protection within various Qualcomm products.

What is CVE-2018-11958?

The vulnerability involves the High Level Operating System (HLOS) gaining unauthorized access to confidential keypad input data in a range of Qualcomm products.

The Impact of CVE-2018-11958

The inadequate protection of keys in the keypad can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive input data from multiple Qualcomm products, including Snapdragon Auto, Snapdragon Consumer Electronics Connectivity, Snapdragon Consumer IOT, Snapdragon Industrial IOT, Snapdragon Mobile, and Snapdragon Voice & Music.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-11958

This section provides more technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability arises from insufficient protection of keys in the keypad, enabling the HLOS to access confidential input data.

Affected Systems and Versions

Products: Snapdragon Auto, Snapdragon Consumer Electronics Connectivity, Snapdragon Consumer IOT, Snapdragon Industrial IOT, Snapdragon Mobile, Snapdragon Voice & Music
Versions: MDM9206, MDM9607, MDM9650, MDM9655, Qualcomm 215, SD 210/SD 212/SD 205, SD 410/12, SD 425, SD 427, SD 430, SD 435, SD 439 / SD 429, SD 450, SD 615/16/SD 415, SD 625, SD 632, SD 636, SD 650/52, SDA660, SDM439, SDM630, SDM660, Snapdragon_High_Med_2016

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability allows the HLOS to gain unauthorized access to sensitive input data by exploiting the inadequate protection of keys in the keypad.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from this vulnerability is crucial to maintaining data security.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches provided by Qualcomm promptly.
Implement additional access controls to safeguard sensitive data.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch Qualcomm products to address security vulnerabilities.
Conduct security assessments and audits to identify and mitigate potential risks.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security bulletins and updates from Qualcomm.
Ensure all affected systems are updated with the latest patches to mitigate the vulnerability.