CVE-2018-9458

Name: CVE-2018-9458
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-11-06T17:29:01.33+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.57%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-9458 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In computeFocusedWindow of RootWindowContainer.java, and related functions, there is possible interception of keypresses due to focus being on the wrong window. This could lead to local escalation of privilege revealing the user's keypresses while the screen was locked with no additional execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.57% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In computeFocusedWindow of RootWindowContainer.java, and related functions, there is possible interception of keypresses due to focus being on the wrong window. This could lead to local escalation of privilege revealing the user's keypresses while the screen was locked with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation. Product: Android Versions: Android-8.0 Android-8.1 Android ID: A-71786287.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.57%

42.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-1021

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	8.0
Google	Android	8.1

References

http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041432Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2018-08-01Vendor Advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041432Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2018-08-01Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Nov 6, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-9458?

How severe is CVE-2018-9458?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-9458 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.57% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-9458?

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Source: NVD / NIST