CVE-2018-9514

Name: CVE-2018-9514
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-10-02T19:29:14.227+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.19%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-9514 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In sdcardfs_open of file.c, there is a possible Use After Free due to an unusual root cause. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.19% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In sdcardfs_open of file.c, there is a possible Use After Free due to an unusual root cause. 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-111642636 References: N/A

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.19%

8.9th 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

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-2018-9514?

How severe is CVE-2018-9514?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-9514 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.19% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-9514?

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Source: NVD / NIST