CVE-2018-9473

Description

In ihevcd_parse_sei_payload of ihevcd_parse_headers.c, there is a possible out-of-bounds write due to an integer overflow. This could lead to remote code execution with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation. Product: Android Versions: Android-8.0 Android ID: A-65484460

Category

7.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.35%
Third-Party Advisory securityfocus.com Third-Party Advisory googlesource.com
Affected: Google Inc. Android
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2018-10-01%2C
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105481 vdb entry third party advisory
https://android.googlesource.com/platform/external/libhevc/+/9f0fb67540d2259e4930d9bd5f1a1a6fb95af862 third party advisory patch

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-9473?
CVE-2018-9473 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2018-9473?
To fix CVE-2018-9473, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2018-9473 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2018-9473 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2018-9473?
CVE-2018-9473 affects Google Inc. Android.
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