CVE-2018-9548: Medium severity Google Android vulnerability

Published Dec 3, 2018

Updated

In multiple functions of ContentProvider.java, there is a possible permission bypass due to a missing URI validation. This could lead to local information disclosure 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. Android ID: A-112555574.

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

Dec 3, 2018

CVE Published

via Android·12:00 AM

Data Sourced

via Android·12:00 AM

SeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Dec 6, 2018

CVE Published

via MITRE·02:00 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·02:00 PM

DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-9548?

CVE-2018-9548 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to the potential for local information disclosure.

How do I fix CVE-2018-9548?

To mitigate CVE-2018-9548, ensure that your Android device is updated to a version that includes the necessary URI validation fix.

What versions of Android are affected by CVE-2018-9548?

CVE-2018-9548 affects Android versions 7.0, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, 8.0, 8.1, and 9.0.

Does CVE-2018-9548 require user interaction for exploitation?

No, CVE-2018-9548 can be exploited without user interaction.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-9548?

CVE-2018-9548 is a permission bypass vulnerability due to insufficient URI validation in the ContentProvider components.