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CVE-2018-9468

HIGHCVSS 7.1/10EPSS 0.21%

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CVE-2018-9468 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.1/10 on the CVSS scale. In query of DownloadManager.java, there is a possible read/write of arbitrary files due to a permissions bypass. This could lead to local information disclosure and file rewriting with no additional execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.21% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In query of DownloadManager.java, there is a possible read/write of arbitrary files due to a permissions bypass. This could lead to local information disclosure and file rewriting with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1
7.1/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N

EPSS Probability
0.21%

10.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
GoogleAndroid7.0
GoogleAndroid7.1.1
GoogleAndroid7.1.2
GoogleAndroid8.0
GoogleAndroid8.1
GoogleAndroid9.0

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-9468?
In query of DownloadManager.java, there is a possible read/write of arbitrary files due to a permissions bypass. This could lead to local information disclosure and file rewriting with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.
How severe is CVE-2018-9468?
CVE-2018-9468 has a CVSS score of 7.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.21% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-9468?
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