SB2018122032 - Use-after-free in Google, Google Android



SB2018122032 - Use-after-free in Google, Google Android

Published: December 20, 2018 Updated: August 8, 2020

Security Bulletin ID SB2018122032
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Use-after-free (CVE-ID: CVE-2018-11984)

The vulnerability allows a local authenticated user to execute arbitrary code.

In all android releases(Android for MSM, Firefox OS for MSM, QRD Android) from CAF using the linux kernel, A use after free condition and an out-of-bounds access can occur in the DIAG driver.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.