CVE-2018-9499

Name: CVE-2018-9499
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-10-02T19:29:07.15+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.30%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-9499 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In readVector of iCrypto.cpp, there is a possible invalid read due to uninitialized data. This could lead to local information disclosure from the DRM server with no additional execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.30% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In readVector of iCrypto.cpp, there is a possible invalid read due to uninitialized data. This could lead to local information disclosure from the DRM server with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Product: Android Versions: Android-7.0 Android-7.1.1 Android-7.1.2 Android-8.0 Android-8.1 Android-9.0 Android ID: A-79218474

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.30%

22.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-908

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	7.0
Google	Android	7.1.1
Google	Android	7.1.2
Google	Android	8.0
Google	Android	8.1
Google	Android	9.0

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105481Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://android.googlesource.com/platform/frameworks/av/+/bf7a67c33c0f044abeef3b9746f434b7f3295bb1Exploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2018-10-01%2C
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2018-10-01Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105481Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://android.googlesource.com/platform/frameworks/av/+/bf7a67c33c0f044abeef3b9746f434b7f3295bb1Exploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2018-10-01%2C

Timeline

Published: Oct 2, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-9499?

How severe is CVE-2018-9499?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-9499 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.30% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-9499?

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