#VU14234 Improper input validation in Google Android - CVE-2018-9455
Published: August 8, 2018
Vulnerability identifier: #VU14234
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:N/VI:N/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear
CVE-ID: CVE-2018-9455
CWE-ID: CWE-20
Exploitation vector: Local access
Exploit availability:
No public exploit available
Vulnerable software:
Google Android
Google Android
Software vendor:
Google
Description
The vulnerability allows a local attacker to cause DoS condition on the target system.
The vulnerability exists due to flaws in the System component. A local attacker can run a specially crafted application to bypass user interaction requirements and cause the service to crash.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.