CVE-2018-9499

Public Exploit

Description

In readVector of iCrypto.cpp, there is a possible invalid read due to uninitialized data. This could lead to local information disclosure from the DRM server 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-79218474

Category

5.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.01%
Vendor Advisory googlesource.com Vendor Advisory android.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 third party advisory vdb entry
https://android.googlesource.com/platform/frameworks/av/+/bf7a67c33c0f044abeef3b9746f434b7f3295bb1 patch vendor advisory exploit
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2018-10-01 patch vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-9499?
CVE-2018-9499 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2018-9499?
To fix CVE-2018-9499, 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-2018-9499 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2018-9499 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. 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-2018-9499?
CVE-2018-9499 affects Google Inc. Android.
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