CVE-2018-9420: Medium severity Google Android vulnerability
Published Jul 2, 2018
·Updated
In BnCameraService::onTransact of CameraService.cpp, there is a possible information disclosure due to uninitialized data. This could lead to local information disclosure with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.
Affected Software
8 affected components
Google Android
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
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Jul 2, 2018
CVE Published
via Android·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Android·12:00 AM
SeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Nov 19, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:20 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:20 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2018-9420?
CVE-2018-9420 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to possible information disclosure.
2
How do I fix CVE-2018-9420?
To fix CVE-2018-9420, ensure that your devices are updated to the latest Android version that includes the security patches.
3
What does CVE-2018-9420 exploit?
CVE-2018-9420 exploits uninitialized data in the CameraService which can lead to local information disclosure.
4
Which Android versions are affected by CVE-2018-9420?
CVE-2018-9420 affects Android versions 6.0 to 8.1.
5
Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2018-9420?
No, user interaction is not needed for the exploitation of CVE-2018-9420.