CVE-2018-9501

Description

In the SetupWizard, there is a possible Factory Reset Protection bypass due to a permissions bypass. This could lead to local escalation of privilege 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-110034419

7.8

CVSS

Severity: High

CVSS 3.0 •

CVSS 2.0 •

EPSS 0.03%

Vendor Advisory googlesource.com Vendor Advisory android.com

Affected: Google Inc. Android

References

Link	Tags
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105482	third party advisory vdb entry
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2018-10-01%2C
https://android.googlesource.com/platform/packages/apps/Settings/+/5e43341b8c7eddce88f79c9a5068362927c05b54	patch vendor advisory
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2018-10-01	patch vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-9501?: CVE-2018-9501 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2018-9501?: To fix CVE-2018-9501, 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-2018-9501 being actively exploited in the wild?: As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2018-9501 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-2018-9501?: CVE-2018-9501 affects Google Inc. Android.

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