CVE-2018-9558: High severity Google Android vulnerability

Published Dec 3, 2018

Updated

In rwt2thandletlvdetect of rwt2tndef.cc, there is a possible out-of-bounds write due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege in the NFC kernel with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is 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-112161557.

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-2018-9558?

CVE-2018-9558 has a medium severity level due to its potential for local escalation of privilege.

How do I fix CVE-2018-9558?

To mitigate CVE-2018-9558, update to the latest security patch provided by Google for the affected Android versions.

What are the affected Android versions in CVE-2018-9558?

CVE-2018-9558 affects Android versions 7.0, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, 8.0, 8.1, and 9.0.

Is user interaction required for exploiting CVE-2018-9558?

Yes, user interaction is necessary for the exploitation of CVE-2018-9558.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-9558?

CVE-2018-9558 is an out-of-bounds write vulnerability found in the NFC kernel.