CVE-2024-21473
CWE-20Published: April 1, 2024· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
Memory corruption while redirecting log file to any file location with any file name.
Risk Analysis
This critical memory corruption vulnerability affects various Qualcomm firmware components and can be triggered during log file redirection. The CVSS score of 9.8 reflects the potential for remote code execution or system impact.
This issue has no known public exploits and is not tracked in the CISA KEV.
Organizations should check for and apply firmware updates released by Qualcomm for the affected hardware components.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2024-21473 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-2024-21473 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts