CVE-2018-9524

Name: CVE-2018-9524
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-11-14T18:29:00.573+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.18%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-9524 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In functionality implemented in System UI, there are insufficient protections implemented around overlay windows. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.18% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In functionality implemented in System UI, there are insufficient protections implemented around overlay windows. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation. Product: Android. Versions: Android-7.0 Android-7.1.1 Android-7.1.2 Android-8.0 Android-8.1. Android ID: A-34170870

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.18%

7.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-1021

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

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105848Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2018-11-01Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105848Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2018-11-01Patch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Nov 14, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-9524?

How severe is CVE-2018-9524?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-9524 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.18% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-9524?

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Source: NVD / NIST