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CVE-2018-11278

UnknownEPSS 0.17%

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CVE-2018-11278 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In all android releases (Android for MSM, Firefox OS for MSM, QRD Android) from CAF using the linux kernel, Venus HW searches for start code when decoding input bit stream buffers. If start code is not found in entire buffer, there is over-fetch beyond allocation length. EPSS estimates a 0.17% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In all android releases (Android for MSM, Firefox OS for MSM, QRD Android) from CAF using the linux kernel, Venus HW searches for start code when decoding input bit stream buffers. If start code is not found in entire buffer, there is over-fetch beyond allocation length. This leads to page fault.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.17%

6.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
GoogleAndroidAll versions

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-11278?
In all android releases (Android for MSM, Firefox OS for MSM, QRD Android) from CAF using the linux kernel, Venus HW searches for start code when decoding input bit stream buffers. If start code is not found in entire buffer, there is over-fetch beyond allocation length. This leads to page fault.
How severe is CVE-2018-11278?
Severity scoring for CVE-2018-11278 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.17% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-11278?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST