CVE-2020-11118 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2020-11118, an information exposure vulnerability in Qualcomm Snapdragon products, allowing unauthorized access to sensitive data. Find mitigation steps and patching details here.
Snapdragon Auto, Snapdragon Compute, Snapdragon Consumer Electronics Connectivity, Snapdragon Consumer IOT, Snapdragon Industrial IOT, Snapdragon Mobile, Snapdragon Voice & Music, Snapdragon Wearables by Qualcomm, Inc. are affected by an information exposure vulnerability.
Understanding CVE-2020-11118
This CVE involves information exposure issues due to improper handling of beacon IE frames in various Qualcomm Snapdragon products.
What is CVE-2020-11118?
The vulnerability in Snapdragon products arises from inadequate verification of IE headers, leading to potential information exposure.
The Impact of CVE-2020-11118
The vulnerability could allow attackers to access sensitive information due to the improper processing of IE headers.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-11118
Qualcomm Snapdragon products are susceptible to information exposure due to mishandling of beacon IE frames.
Vulnerability Description
The issue stems from a lack of proper validation of IE headers, enabling unauthorized access to potentially sensitive data.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Products: Snapdragon Auto, Compute, Consumer Electronics Connectivity, Consumer IOT, Industrial IOT, Mobile, Voice & Music, Wearables
- Versions: APQ8009, APQ8017, APQ8053, and many more
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by manipulating IE frames to gain unauthorized access to information.
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to address and prevent the CVE-2020-11118 vulnerability.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply patches and updates provided by Qualcomm promptly.
- Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activity related to IE headers.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update firmware and software to mitigate potential vulnerabilities.
- Implement network segmentation to limit the impact of any successful exploitation.
- Conduct regular security audits and assessments to identify and address security gaps.
Patching and Updates
- Qualcomm has released patches to address the vulnerability; ensure all affected systems are updated with the latest fixes.