CVE-2018-12005 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2018-12005 affecting Qualcomm Snapdragon products. Unauthorized users can trigger a binder call, leading to system halt or shutdown. Find mitigation steps here.
Snapdragon Auto, Snapdragon Compute, Snapdragon Consumer IOT, Snapdragon Industrial IOT, Snapdragon Mobile, Snapdragon Voice & Music, Snapdragon Wearables by Qualcomm, Inc. are affected by a vulnerability that allows unauthorized users to initiate a binder call, leading to system halt or shutdown.
Understanding CVE-2018-12005
This CVE involves a Use-After-Free Issue in HLOS-Linux.
What is CVE-2018-12005?
An unprivileged user can trigger a binder call, causing a system halt in various Qualcomm Snapdragon products.
The Impact of CVE-2018-12005
The vulnerability enables unauthorized users to disrupt system operations, potentially leading to system crashes or shutdowns.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-12005
This section provides detailed technical information about the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The flaw allows unauthorized users to initiate a binder call, resulting in system halt or shutdown.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Products: Snapdragon Auto, Snapdragon Compute, Snapdragon Consumer IOT, Snapdragon Industrial IOT, Snapdragon Mobile, Snapdragon Voice & Music, Snapdragon Wearables
- Versions: MDM9150, MDM9206, MDM9607, MDM9640, MDM9650, MSM8909W, MSM8996AU, QCS605, Qualcomm 215, SD 210/SD 212/SD 205, SD 425, SD 439 / SD 429, SD 450, SD 625, SD 632, SD 636, SD 675, SD 712 / SD 710 / SD 670, SD 820A, SD 835, SD 845 / SD 850, SD 855, SDA660, SDM439, SDM630, SDM660, SDX20, SDX24, SM7150
Exploitation Mechanism
Unauthorized users can exploit the vulnerability by issuing a binder call, leading to system instability.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protect your systems from CVE-2018-12005 with the following measures:
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply security patches promptly
- Monitor system logs for unusual activities
- Restrict access to critical system components
Long-Term Security Practices
- Conduct regular security audits and assessments
- Implement least privilege access controls
- Educate users on secure computing practices
Patching and Updates
Ensure all affected systems are updated with the latest security patches to mitigate the risk of exploitation.