How severe is CVE-2018-11257?

CVE-2018-11257 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.

Is CVE-2018-11257 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (9th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2018-11257?

CVE-2018-11257 primarily affects Qualcomm Sd 210 Firmware. In total, 5 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2018-11257?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2018-11257 published?

CVE-2018-11257 was published on 2018-07-06 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2018-11257

CVE-2018-11257 is a high-severity vulnerability in Qualcomm Sd 210 Firmware with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
CVSS v2: 4.6
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (9th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Qualcomm Sd 210 Firmware
Published: 2018-07-06
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Permissions, Privileges, and Access Controls in TA in Snapdragon Mobile has an options that allows RPMB erase for secure devices in versions SD 210/SD 212/SD 205, SD 845, SD 850.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2018-11257?: Permissions, Privileges, and Access Controls in TA in Snapdragon Mobile has an options that allows RPMB erase for secure devices in versions SD 210/SD 212/SD 205, SD 845, SD 850.
How severe is CVE-2018-11257?: CVE-2018-11257 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2018-11257 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (9th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2018-11257?: CVE-2018-11257 primarily affects Qualcomm Sd 210 Firmware. In total, 5 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2018-11257?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2018-11257 published?: CVE-2018-11257 was published on 2018-07-06 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://www.qualcomm.com/company/product-security/bulletins

Affected products (5)

cpe:2.3:o:qualcomm:sd_210_firmware:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:qualcomm:sd_212_firmware:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:qualcomm:sd_205_firmware:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:qualcomm:sd_845_firmware:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:qualcomm:sd_850_firmware:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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