CVE-2018-9555: High severity Google Android vulnerability

Published Dec 3, 2018

Updated

In l2clccprocpdu of l2cfcr.cc, there is a possible out of bounds write due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to remote escalation of privilege over Bluetooth 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-112321180.

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-2018-9555?

CVE-2018-9555 has been rated as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote privilege escalation without user interaction.

How do I fix CVE-2018-9555?

To fix CVE-2018-9555, users should update their Android device to the latest security patch available from Google.

What versions of Android are affected by CVE-2018-9555?

CVE-2018-9555 affects Android versions 7.0, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, 8.0, 8.1, and 9.0.

Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2018-9555?

No, exploitation of CVE-2018-9555 does not require any user interaction.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-9555 categorized as?

CVE-2018-9555 is categorized as an out of bounds write vulnerability that can lead to remote escalation of privilege.