CVE-2018-9358: High severity Google Android vulnerability

Published Jun 4, 2018

Updated

In gattsprocessattributereq of gattsc.cc, there is a possible read of uninitialized data due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to remote information disclosure in the Bluetooth process 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-73172115.

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

Event History

Jun 4, 2018

CVE Published

via Android·12:00 AM

Data Sourced

via Android·12:00 AM

SeverityWeaknessAffected Software

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-2018-9358?

CVE-2018-9358 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to potential remote information disclosure.

How do I fix CVE-2018-9358?

To fix CVE-2018-9358, update your Android device to the latest security patch provided by Google.

Which versions of Android are affected by CVE-2018-9358?

CVE-2018-9358 affects Android versions 6.0, 6.0.1, 7.0, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, 8.0, and 8.1.

Is user interaction required for CVE-2018-9358 exploitation?

No, user interaction is not needed for exploitation of CVE-2018-9358.

What kind of data is exposed due to CVE-2018-9358?

CVE-2018-9358 may lead to the remote reading of uninitialized data that can lead to information disclosure.