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CVE-2018-9594

6.5 · MEDIUM

In llcp_link_proc_agf_pdu of llcp_link.cc in Android-7.0, Android-7.1.1, Android-7.1.2, Android-8.0, Android-8.1 and Android-9, there is a possible out of bounds read due to an integer overflow.

Published Feb 11, 2019CWE-125EPSS 0.33%

Overview

CVE-2018-9594 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on February 11, 2019 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 6.5 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 6.5, rated MEDIUM. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

In llcp_link_proc_agf_pdu of llcp_link.cc in Android-7.0, Android-7.1.1, Android-7.1.2, Android-8.0, Android-8.1 and Android-9, there is a possible out of bounds read due to an integer overflow. This could lead to local information disclosure over NFC with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Android ID: A-116791157.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2018-9594?

CVE-2018-9594 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on February 11, 2019 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 6.5 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2018-9594?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 6.5, rated MEDIUM. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2018-9594?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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