CVE-2018-9513

Name: CVE-2018-9513
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-10-02T19:29:13.9+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.17%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-9513 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In copy_process of fork.c, there is possible memory corruption due to a double free. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.17% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In copy_process of fork.c, there is possible memory corruption due to a double free. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Product: Android Versions: Android kernel Android ID: A-111081202 References: N/A

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.17%

6.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-415

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	All versions

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105483Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2018-10-01Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105483Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2018-10-01Vendor Advisory

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-9513?

How severe is CVE-2018-9513?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-9513 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.17% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-9513?

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Source: NVD / NIST