CVE-2019-14115 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2019-14115, an information disclosure vulnerability in various Snapdragon platforms, potentially allowing unauthorized access to secure input data. Find out affected systems, versions, exploitation mechanism, and mitigation steps.
An information disclosure issue has been identified in various Snapdragon platforms, potentially allowing unauthorized access to secure input data.
Understanding CVE-2019-14115
What is CVE-2019-14115?
This vulnerability arises from a flaw in the logic of multiple Snapdragon platforms, enabling users to read secure input data in a non-secure domain when the secure touch feature is active.
The Impact of CVE-2019-14115
The vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive information, compromising the security and confidentiality of user data.
Technical Details of CVE-2019-14115
Vulnerability Description
The issue occurs when the secure touch feature is released without clearing the display session, allowing users to access secure input data in a non-secure domain.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Products: Snapdragon Auto, Snapdragon Compute, Snapdragon Connectivity, Snapdragon Consumer IOT, Snapdragon Industrial IOT, Snapdragon Mobile, Snapdragon Voice & Music, Snapdragon Wearables, Snapdragon Wired Infrastructure and Networking
- Versions: APQ8009, APQ8017, APQ8053, APQ8076, APQ8096AU, APQ8098, Kamorta, MDM9150, MDM9205, MDM9206, MDM9607, MDM9650, MSM8905, MSM8909, MSM8917, MSM8920, MSM8937, MSM8940, MSM8953, MSM8996, MSM8996AU, MSM8998, Nicobar, QCM2150, QCS404, QCS405, QCS605, QCS610, QM215, Rennell, SA415M, SA515M, SA6155P, SC7180, SC8180X, SDA660, SDA845, SDM429, SDM429W, SDM439, SDM450, SDM630, SDM632, SDM636, SDM660, SDM670, SDM710, SDM845, SDM850, SDX24, SDX55, SM6150, SM7150, SM8150, SM8250, SXR1130, SXR2130
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability is exploited when the secure touch feature is not properly managed, allowing unauthorized access to secure input data.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply patches provided by Qualcomm to address the vulnerability.
- Monitor official channels for security updates and advisories.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update software and firmware to mitigate security risks.
- Implement secure coding practices to prevent similar vulnerabilities.
Patching and Updates
- Install the latest security patches and updates released by Qualcomm to fix the information disclosure issue.