CVE-2018-9502: Medium severity Google Android vulnerability

Published Oct 1, 2018
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Updated

In rfcprocessmxmessage of rfctsframes.cc, there is a possible out-of-bounds read due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to remote information disclosure in the Bluetooth service with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Product: Android Versions: Android-7.0 Android-7.1.1 Android-7.1.2 Android-8.0 Android-8.1 Android-9.0 Android ID: A-111936792

Affected Software

7 affected components
Google Android=7.0
Google Android=7.1.1
Google Android=7.1.2
Google Android=8.0
Google Android=8.1
Google Android=9.0
Google Android

Event History

Oct 1, 2018
CVE Published
via Android·12:00 AM
Oct 2, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2018-9502?

The severity of CVE-2018-9502 is considered moderate due to the possibility of remote information disclosure.

2

How do I fix CVE-2018-9502?

To fix CVE-2018-9502, update your Android device to the latest version provided by Google that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What versions of Android are affected by CVE-2018-9502?

CVE-2018-9502 affects Android versions 7.0, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, 8.0, 8.1, and 9.0.

4

Can CVE-2018-9502 be exploited without user interaction?

Yes, CVE-2018-9502 can be exploited remotely without any user interaction required.

5

What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2018-9502?

CVE-2018-9502 is an out-of-bounds read vulnerability that could lead to information disclosure in the Bluetooth service.

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