CVE-2020-11202 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2020-11202, a buffer overflow/underflow vulnerability in Qualcomm Snapdragon products. Find out the impact, affected systems, and mitigation steps.
A buffer overflow/underflow vulnerability affecting multiple Qualcomm Snapdragon products and versions.
Understanding CVE-2020-11202
This CVE involves improper input validation in video processing, leading to a buffer overflow/underflow.
What is CVE-2020-11202?
The vulnerability occurs due to misalignment of buffer size with the actual structure size in Qualcomm Snapdragon products.
The Impact of CVE-2020-11202
The vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service on affected devices.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-11202
The technical details of this CVE include:
Vulnerability Description
- Buffer overflow/underflow due to misalignment of buffer size
Affected Systems and Versions
- Products: Snapdragon Auto, Compute, Consumer IOT, Industrial IOT, Mobile
- Versions: QCM6125, QCS410, QCS603, and more
Exploitation Mechanism
- Typecasting buffer passed by CPU internally in the library
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to address the CVE:
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply patches provided by Qualcomm
- Monitor vendor security bulletins for updates
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update software and firmware
- Implement proper input validation mechanisms
- Conduct security assessments and audits
Patching and Updates
- Keep devices up to date with the latest security patches and firmware releases