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AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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Memory Corruption when processing auxiliary sensor input/output control commands with insufficient buffer size validation.
AnalysisAI
Memory corruption in Qualcomm Snapdragon auxiliary sensor I/O control processing allows authenticated local attackers to achieve arbitrary code execution with high integrity and confidentiality impact. The vulnerability stems from insufficient buffer size validation (CWE-126: Buffer Over-read) when handling sensor control commands. With CVSS 7.8 and local attack vector requiring low privileges, this represents a moderate real-world risk for privilege escalation attacks on Android and IoT devices using affected Snapdragon chipsets. No public exploit code or CISA KEV listing identified at time of analysis, though the April 2026 bulletin date suggests recent disclosure.
Technical ContextAI
This vulnerability affects Qualcomm Snapdragon System-on-Chip (SoC) platforms, specifically the auxiliary sensor subsystem that manages various device sensors (accelerometers, gyroscopes, proximity sensors, etc.). The root cause is CWE-126 (Buffer Over-read), indicating the code reads data beyond allocated buffer boundaries when processing I/O control (ioctl) commands for sensor configuration or data retrieval. Snapdragon SoCs integrate multiple sensor hubs and DSPs that process sensor data, and this control interface likely bridges userspace applications to kernel-mode or firmware-level sensor drivers. Insufficient validation of buffer size parameters in these control commands allows attackers to trigger memory corruption, potentially reading sensitive kernel memory or overwriting critical data structures. The CPE classification indicates broad impact across Qualcomm's Snapdragon product line, though specific model numbers and firmware versions require consultation of the vendor bulletin.
RemediationAI
Organizations should immediately consult the Qualcomm April 2026 Security Bulletin at https://docs.qualcomm.com/product/publicresources/securitybulletin/april-2026-bulletin.html to identify specific affected Snapdragon chipset models and corresponding firmware patch versions. Primary remediation requires applying vendor-supplied firmware updates that include Qualcomm's fix for the sensor I/O control buffer validation issue. For Android devices, this typically manifests as Android Security Patch Level updates distributed by device OEMs-verify devices are updated to April 2026 patch level or later. Enterprise mobile device management (MDM) administrators should audit Android device patch levels and enforce update policies. For embedded IoT and automotive systems, coordinate with hardware vendors for firmware update availability and deployment procedures. As an interim risk mitigation where patching is delayed, restrict installation of untrusted applications and enforce principle of least privilege for device user accounts, though this only reduces likelihood of attacker gaining initial local access required for exploitation. No effective workaround exists to disable the vulnerable sensor control interface without breaking core device functionality.
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EUVD-2026-19327
GHSA-v4vr-xp28-fx6j