CVE-2025-27036 in Snapdragon Compute
Summary
by MITRE • 09/24/2025
Information disclosure when Video engine escape input data is less than expected minimum size.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 09/24/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2025-27036 represents a critical information disclosure flaw within video engine escape input processing mechanisms. This vulnerability manifests when the system receives input data that falls below the expected minimum size requirements for video engine escape operations. The underlying technical issue stems from inadequate validation and sanitization of input parameters before processing escape sequences in video rendering contexts. When malformed or insufficiently sized input data is provided, the system fails to properly handle the edge case, potentially exposing sensitive internal memory contents or system information through the error handling mechanisms. This type of vulnerability typically occurs in multimedia processing frameworks where escape sequences are used to modify video rendering behavior or access underlying system resources.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple information leakage, as it can potentially enable attackers to gather sensitive system information that may aid in subsequent exploitation attempts. The flaw operates at the input validation layer where the video engine processes escape commands, making it particularly dangerous in environments where video processing is performed on untrusted input data. Attackers could leverage this vulnerability to extract memory addresses, system configuration details, or other sensitive information that would normally be protected from direct access. The vulnerability's classification aligns with CWE-200, which addresses information exposure, and may also relate to CWE-129, concerning improper validation of array indices. The attack surface is particularly concerning in web applications, multimedia frameworks, or systems processing user-provided video content where escape sequences are commonly used for advanced video manipulation.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2025-27036 should focus on implementing robust input validation mechanisms that enforce minimum size requirements for video engine escape sequences before processing begins. System administrators and developers should ensure that all video processing components perform thorough parameter validation, including size checks, before executing any escape sequence operations. The implementation should include proper bounds checking and error handling that prevents information leakage even when input data fails validation. Security measures should also incorporate monitoring for anomalous input patterns that might indicate exploitation attempts. Organizations should consider applying patches or updates to affected video processing libraries and frameworks as soon as they become available. The vulnerability's characteristics suggest it may be exploitable through techniques described in the ATT&CK framework under T1059.007 for command and scripting interpreter, particularly when escape sequences are used to manipulate video rendering processes. Regular security assessments of multimedia processing components should include testing for similar input validation weaknesses to prevent similar information disclosure scenarios.