New 5G Modem Flaws Affect iOS Devices and Android Models from Major Brands

A collection of security flaws in the firmware implementation of 5G mobile network modems from major chipset vendors such as MediaTek and Qualcomm impact USB and IoT modems as well as hundreds of smartphone models running Android and iOS. Of the 14 flaws – collectively called 5Ghoul a combination...

CVE-2023-33042

Transient DOS in Modem after RRC Setup message is received...

CVE-2023-33042 Improper Input Validation in Modem

Transient DOS in Modem after RRC Setup message is received...

CVE-2023-33042

CVE-2023-33042 describes a DoS in Qualcomm/X55/X60 modem firmware triggered by malformed RRC frames after an RRC Setup message. Connected sources confirm the issue is tied to 5G modem behavior and improper input handling, with exploitation potentially limited to proximity (radio range). Patches h...