Improper input validation in Google Android - CVE-2018-9444

 

Improper input validation in Google Android - CVE-2018-9444

Published: August 8, 2018


Vulnerability identifier: #VU14241
CSH Severity: High
CVSS v4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Amber
CVE-ID: CVE-2018-9444
CWE-ID: CWE-20
Exploitation vector: Remote access
Exploit availability: No public exploit available
Vendor: Google
Affected software:
Google Android

Detailed vulnerability description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to a flaw in the Media framework. A remote attacker can supply specially crafted input, trick the victim into loading, bypass user interaction requirements and execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges.

Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may result in system compromise.


How to mitigate CVE-2018-9444

Install update from vendor's website.

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