SB2018100239 - Buffer overflow in Google, Google Android
Published: October 2, 2018 Updated: August 8, 2020
Security Bulletin ID
SB2018100239
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Local access
Highest impact
Code execution
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Buffer overflow (CVE-ID: CVE-2018-9515)
The vulnerability allows a local authenticated user to execute arbitrary code.
In sdcardfs_create and sdcardfs_mkdir of inode.c, there is a possible memory corruption due to improper locking. 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 kernel Android ID: A-111641492 References: N/A
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.