Remote network-triggered transient DoS on Qualcomm Snapdragon devices; no active exploitation indicated at present.
Why this matters
The vulnerability can render affected devices temporarily unavailable by mishandling EPTM test control messages, potentially disrupting automotive, IoT, and mobile deployments that rely on BT controllers and related subsystems. With high availability at stake, repeated attempts could degrade service across connected ecosystems.
Most likely attack path
Attack vector: NETWORK, requiring no authentication or user interaction.
Precondition: reachable device over network with access to the BT/EPTM test control handling path.
Exploitation: a crafted or malformed message could trigger a buffer over-read, causing a DoS; impact is limited to availability, with no confidentiality or integrity loss.
Who is most exposed
Devices exposing Bluetooth controller interfaces and test/control message handling within Snapdragon-based platforms (e.g., automotive infotainment, smart devices, wearables) are most at risk, especially where remote management or diagnostics channels are accessible.
Detection ideas
Unexplained service outages or watchdog resets tied to Bluetooth subsystem activity.
Crash dumps or kernel panics originating from BT controller code paths.
Unusual network traffic targeting BT/control channels during diagnostics or testing.
Logs showing parsing errors or buffer over-read indicators in EPTM handling.
Mitigation and prioritisation
Apply vendor firmware/secure bulletin updates when released; treat as priority for patching when available.
Implement network access controls to restrict remote management/test channels to trusted hosts.
Disable or harden EPTM/test control message handling where feasible until patches arrive.
Enable rigorous monitoring of BT subsystem stability and crash-related events.
Coordinate firmware change management; validate fixes in staging before production rollout. If active exploitation indicators emerge or EPSS rises, elevate to priority 1.
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