Out of Bounds Write in Modem Leads to Remote DoS

Executive Summary

This vulnerability is an out of bounds write in Modem due to missing bounds check. It requires a UE connected to a rogue base station controlled by an attacker and the attacker already having System privilege. Exploitation needs user interaction.

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Detection Guidance

This vulnerability requires System privilege access and user interaction for exploitation, making detection challenging without prior compromise. No specific detection commands are provided in the available context. Monitoring for unauthorized base station connections or unusual modem behavior may help.

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Impact Analysis

This vulnerability could lead to remote denial of service if exploited. It requires specific conditions like a rogue base station and existing System privilege, making it difficult but not impossible to exploit.

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Compliance Impact

The provided CVE data does not specify direct impacts on compliance with GDPR, HIPAA, or other standards. The vulnerability involves a possible out of bounds write in Modem due to missing bounds checks, potentially leading to remote denial of service under specific conditions. Without explicit details on data exposure or privacy implications, its compliance impact remains unclear.

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Mitigation Strategies

Apply the patch with ID MOLY01923663 or ALPS11315955 provided by MediaTek to address the missing bounds check in Modem. Ensure System privilege access is restricted to prevent exploitation.

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