CVE-2018-9359: High severity Google Android vulnerability

Published Jun 4, 2018

Updated

In processl2capcmd of l2cmain.cc, there is a possible out of bounds read due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to remote information disclosure 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-74196706.

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-2018-9359?

CVE-2018-9359 is classified as having a high severity level due to its potential for remote information disclosure.

How do I fix CVE-2018-9359?

To fix CVE-2018-9359, update your Android device to the latest available version that addresses this vulnerability.

What is the impact of CVE-2018-9359?

The impact of CVE-2018-9359 can lead to an out of bounds read, resulting in remote information disclosure without requiring user interaction.

Which versions of Android are affected by CVE-2018-9359?

CVE-2018-9359 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 to exploit CVE-2018-9359?

No, user interaction is not needed for exploitation of CVE-2018-9359.