CVE-2023-33083
CWE-120Published: December 5, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
Memory corruption in WLAN Host while processing RRM beacon on the AP.
Risk Analysis
Qualcomm WLAN Host firmware contains a memory corruption vulnerability triggered during the processing of RRM beacon frames. This critical flaw is remotely exploitable and could lead to unauthorized code execution.
No public exploit is known, and the vulnerability is not in the CISA KEV catalog.
Users should apply firmware updates provided by the device manufacturer for the affected Qualcomm components.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2023-33083 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-2023-33083 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts