CVE-2018-5857

Name: CVE-2018-5857
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-06-15T15:29:00.437+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.16%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-5857 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In the WCD CPE codec, a Use After Free condition can occur in all Android releases(Android for MSM, Firefox OS for MSM, QRD Android) from CAF using the Linux kernel.. EPSS estimates a 0.16% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In the WCD CPE codec, a Use After Free condition can occur in all Android releases(Android for MSM, Firefox OS for MSM, QRD Android) from CAF using the Linux kernel.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.16%

5.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-416

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	All versions

References

https://www.codeaurora.org/security-bulletin/2018/06/04/june-2018-code-aurora-security-bulletinPatch, Third Party Advisory
https://www.codeaurora.org/security-bulletin/2018/06/04/june-2018-code-aurora-security-bulletinPatch, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jun 15, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-5857?

In the WCD CPE codec, a Use After Free condition can occur in all Android releases(Android for MSM, Firefox OS for MSM, QRD Android) from CAF using the Linux kernel.

How severe is CVE-2018-5857?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-5857 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.16% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-5857?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST