CVE-2019-14063 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2019-14063, a kernel failure vulnerability in Qualcomm Snapdragon processors due to out-of-bound access. Find out affected systems, versions, exploitation mechanism, and mitigation steps.
A kernel failure affecting various Qualcomm Snapdragon processors due to out-of-bound access caused by invalid inputs to dapm mux settings.
Understanding CVE-2019-14063
What is CVE-2019-14063?
This CVE involves a kernel failure in multiple Qualcomm Snapdragon processors, impacting a range of Qualcomm chipsets.
The Impact of CVE-2019-14063
The vulnerability leads to out-of-bound access, resulting in kernel failure in Snapdragon Auto, Compute, Consumer IOT, Industrial IOT, Mobile, Voice & Music, Wired Infrastructure, and Networking.
Technical Details of CVE-2019-14063
Vulnerability Description
The issue stems from invalid inputs to dapm mux settings, causing out-of-bound access and subsequent kernel failure.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Affected products: Snapdragon Auto, Compute, Consumer IOT, Industrial IOT, Mobile, Voice & Music, Wired Infrastructure, and Networking
- Versions: IPQ4019, IPQ6018, IPQ8064, IPQ8074, MDM9607, Nicobar, QCS405, Rennell, SA6155P, Saipan, SC8180X, SDM630, SDM636, SDM660, SDX55, SM6150, SM7150, SM8150, SM8250, SXR2130
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability is exploited through buffer over-read issues in audio processing.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply patches provided by Qualcomm promptly
- Monitor Qualcomm's security bulletins for updates
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update firmware and software on affected devices
- Implement network segmentation and access controls
Patching and Updates
Ensure all Qualcomm Snapdragon processors are updated with the latest patches to mitigate the vulnerability.