CVE-2018-9356: Double Free

Published Jun 4, 2018

Updated

In bnepdataind of bnepmain.c, there is a possible remote code execution due to a double free. This could lead to remote code execution with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Product: Android Versions: Android-6.0 Android-6.0.1 Android-7.0 Android-7.1.1 Android-7.1.2 Android-8.0 Android-8.1 Android ID: A-74950468.

Affected Software

8 affected components

Google Android=6.0

Google Android=6.0.1

Google Android=7.0

Google Android=7.1.1

Google Android=7.1.2

Google Android=8.0

Google Android=8.1

Google Android

Remediation

Patch Available

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2018-06-01

Event History

Jun 4, 2018

CVE Published

via Android·12:00 AM

Nov 6, 2018

CVE Published

via MITRE·05:00 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·05:00 PM

DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-9356?

CVE-2018-9356 has a high severity due to its potential for remote code execution without additional privileges needed.

What versions of Android are affected by CVE-2018-9356?

CVE-2018-9356 affects Android versions 6.0, 6.0.1, 7.0, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, 8.0, and 8.1.

How do I fix CVE-2018-9356?

To fix CVE-2018-9356, users should update their Android devices to the latest security patch provided by Google.

Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2018-9356?

No, user interaction is not needed for the exploitation of CVE-2018-9356.

What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2018-9356?

CVE-2018-9356 is a vulnerability that allows for remote code execution due to a double free error.