Vulnerability Description
If the fdt_totalsize is reported as 0 for the current device tree, it bypasses an error check for a valid device tree 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
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | - |
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=c9c8de8000ffPatch
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2018-06-01#qualcomm-componentPatchVendor Advisory
- https://source.codeaurora.org/quic/la/abl/tianocore/edk2/commit/?id=c9c8de8000ffPatch
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-5890?
CVE-2018-5890 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). If the fdt_totalsize is reported as 0 for the current device tree, it bypasses an error check for a valid device tree in Android releases from CAF using the linux kernel (Android for MSM, Firefox OS f...
How severe is CVE-2018-5890?
CVE-2018-5890 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-2018-5890?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Android.