#FirmwareFlaws

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

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December 8, 2023 at 01:00PM A set of security vulnerabilities in 5G mobile modems from major chipset vendors like MediaTek and Qualcomm, dubbed 5Ghoul, affects USB, IoT modems, and numerous smartphone models. The vulnerabilities, disclosed by researchers from SUTD, could allow for continuous or downgraded attacks. Patches have been released for most flaws, impacting product … Read more

LogoFAIL: UEFI Vulnerabilities Expose Devices to Stealth Malware Attacks

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December 4, 2023 at 03:06AM UEFI firmware from various vendors contains high-impact flaws in image parsing libraries, dubbed LogoFAIL by Binarly, which can be exploited to bypass security measures like Secure Boot and deliver persistent malware during boot-up using malicious logo images. The widespread vulnerabilities, affecting many x86 and ARM devices, will be detailed at … Read more