PT-2018-1630 · Google · Android Kernel

Published 2018-10-01 · Updated 2018-12-20 · CVE-2018-9514

Positive Technologies (AI Summary)

CVSS v2.0

7.2

High

Base vector

AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C

Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions Android kernel

Description The issue is related to the sdcardfs open function in the Android kernel, specifically in the file.c file. It involves a buffer overflow in memory, which could allow an attacker to escalate their privileges. The exploitation of this issue can lead to local escalation of privilege without needing additional execution privileges. User interaction is not required for exploitation.

Recommendations For Android kernel, consider restricting access to the sdcardfs open function until a patch is available. As a temporary workaround, avoid using the sdcardfs open function in sensitive operations to minimize the risk of exploitation.

Fix

Buffer Overflow

Use After Free

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-119

CWE-416

Related Identifiers

BDU:2018-01189

CVE-2018-9514

Affected Products

Android Kernel

References · 4

• https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2018-10-01 · Vendor Advisory
• https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2018-9514 · Security Note
• https://bdu.fstec.ru/vul/2018-01189 · Security Note
• http://securityfocus.com/bid/105483 · Note