CVE-2019-14032 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2019-14032, a memory usage issue in Qualcomm Snapdragon processors leading to a Use After Free vulnerability. Find out the impacted systems, versions, and mitigation steps.
A memory usage issue in the audio functionality of various Qualcomm Snapdragon processors leading to a Use After Free vulnerability.
Understanding CVE-2019-14032
What is CVE-2019-14032?
This CVE describes a memory usage issue in the audio functionality of multiple Qualcomm Snapdragon processor models, resulting in a Use After Free vulnerability due to a lack of resource control.
The Impact of CVE-2019-14032
The vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service by exploiting the Use After Free issue in the audio component of affected Qualcomm Snapdragon processors.
Technical Details of CVE-2019-14032
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability arises from a memory usage issue in the audio functionality of Snapdragon Auto, Compute, Consumer IoT, Industrial IoT, Mobile, Voice & Music, Wearables, Wired Infrastructure, and Networking.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Products: Snapdragon Auto, Compute, Consumer IoT, Industrial IoT, Mobile, Voice & Music, Wearables, Wired Infrastructure, Networking
- Versions: APQ8009, APQ8017, APQ8053, APQ8096AU, APQ8098, MDM9206, MDM9207C, MDM9607, MDM9640, MDM9650, MSM8905, MSM8909W, MSM8953, MSM8996AU, Nicobar, QCS405, QCS605, Rennell, SA6155P, Saipan, SC8180X, SDA845, SDM670, SDM710, SDM845, SDX20, SDX24, SDX55, SM6150, SM7150, SM8150, SM8250, SXR1130, SXR2130
Exploitation Mechanism
The issue is primarily caused by a lack of resource control, leading to the Use After Free vulnerability in the audio component of the affected Snapdragon processors.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply patches provided by Qualcomm to address the vulnerability.
- Monitor Qualcomm's security bulletins for updates and advisories.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update firmware and software to the latest versions.
- Implement network segmentation and access controls to limit exposure.
Patching and Updates
- Ensure timely installation of security patches released by Qualcomm to mitigate the risk of exploitation.