CVE-2018-9451: Medium severity Google Android vulnerability

Published Aug 6, 2018

Updated

In DynamicRefTable::load of ResourceTypes.cpp, there is a possible out of bounds read due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to local 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-79488511.

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/2018-08-01

Event History

Aug 6, 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-2018-9451?

The severity of CVE-2018-9451 is classified as moderate due to the potential for local information disclosure.

How do I fix CVE-2018-9451?

To fix CVE-2018-9451, update your Android device to the latest security patch that addresses this vulnerability.

What versions of Android are affected by CVE-2018-9451?

CVE-2018-9451 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 exploiting CVE-2018-9451?

No, user interaction is not required for exploiting CVE-2018-9451.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-9451?

CVE-2018-9451 is a possible out of bounds read vulnerability that can lead to information disclosure.