CVE-2023-33082
CWE-120Published: December 5, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
Memory corruption while sending an Assoc Request having BTM Query or BTM Response containing MBO IE.
Risk Analysis
A memory corruption vulnerability exists in Qualcomm WLAN Host firmware when processing specific BTM query or response frames. This critical flaw is remotely exploitable and could lead to system instability or compromise.
There is no known public exploit, and the vulnerability is not in the CISA KEV catalog.
Users should update the firmware for the affected Qualcomm hardware components.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2023-33082 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.8.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
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Quick Facts
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2023-33082 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts