CVE-2018-9567

Name: CVE-2018-9567
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-12-06T14:29:01.813+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.15%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-9567 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. On Pixel devices there is a bug causing verified boot to show the same certificate fingerprint despite using different signing keys. This may lead to local escalation of privilege if people are relying on those fingerprints to determine what version of the OS the device is running, with System execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.15% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

On Pixel devices there is a bug causing verified boot to show the same certificate fingerprint despite using different signing keys. This may lead to local escalation of privilege if people are relying on those fingerprints to determine what version of the OS the device is running, with System execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Product: Android. Versions: Android kernel. Android ID: A-65543936.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.15%

4.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	All versions

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106064Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2018-12-01Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106064Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2018-12-01Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Dec 6, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-9567?

How severe is CVE-2018-9567?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-9567 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.15% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-9567?

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