Vulnerability Description
While processing a compressed kernel image, a buffer overflow can occur in Android releases from CAF using the linux kernel (Android for MSM, Firefox OS for MSM, QRD Android) before security patch level 2018-06-05.
CVSS Score
7.8
HIGH
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2018-06-01#qualcomm-componentPatchVendor Advisory
- https://source.codeaurora.org/quic/la/abl/tianocore/edk2/commit/?id=a95ca8e2eeb8Patch
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2018-06-01#qualcomm-componentPatchVendor Advisory
- https://source.codeaurora.org/quic/la/abl/tianocore/edk2/commit/?id=a95ca8e2eeb8Patch
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-5889?
CVE-2018-5889 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). While processing a compressed kernel image, a buffer overflow can occur in Android releases from CAF using the linux kernel (Android for MSM, Firefox OS for MSM, QRD Android) before security patch lev...
How severe is CVE-2018-5889?
CVE-2018-5889 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2018-5889?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Android.