CVE-2019-10565 : What You Need to Know

A potential problem of double free can arise in various Snapdragon platforms due to a specific chipset issue.

Understanding CVE-2019-10565

This CVE involves a double free issue that can impact multiple Snapdragon platforms and chipsets.

What is CVE-2019-10565?

A double free problem occurs when one thread releases sensor power settings while another thread tries to access them, affecting several Qualcomm Snapdragon platforms and chipsets.

The Impact of CVE-2019-10565

The vulnerability can lead to system instability and potential exploitation by malicious actors.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-10565

This section provides detailed technical information about the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The issue arises from a double free problem in the camera driver, specifically affecting various Snapdragon platforms and chipsets.

Affected Systems and Versions

Systems: Snapdragon Auto, Compute, Consumer Electronics Connectivity, Consumer IOT, Industrial IOT, Mobile, Voice & Music, Wearables
Chipsets: APQ8053, MDM9206, MDM9207C, MDM9607, MSM8905, MSM8909, MSM8909W, QCN7605, QCS405, QCS605, SDM845, SDX24, SXR1130

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability occurs when one thread releases sensor power settings while another thread attempts to access them, potentially leading to a double free issue.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to address and prevent the CVE-2019-10565 vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply patches provided by Qualcomm to address the double free issue.
Monitor Qualcomm's security bulletins for updates and recommendations.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update software and firmware on affected devices.
Implement secure coding practices to prevent similar vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security advisories and updates from Qualcomm.