medium6.8Public exploit code
CVE-2018-9445
In readMetadata of Utils.cpp, there is a possible path traversal bug due to a confused deputy.
Public exploit code
Working exploit or proof of concept code has been published for this vulnerability. Treat unpatched systems as at risk.
- Android - Directory Traversal over USB via Injection in blkid Output2018-08-13 · local · android · Verified
Impact
In readMetadata of Utils.cpp, there is a possible path traversal bug due to a confused deputy. This could lead to local escalation of privilege when mounting a USB device with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Product: Android Versions: Android-6.0 Android-6.0.1 Android-7.0 Android-7.1.1 Android-7.1.2 Android-8.0 Android-8.1 Android ID: A-80436257.
Affected products
| Vendor | Product | Affected versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | Versions 6.0, 6.0.1, 7.0, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, 8.0 |
Weakness classification
References
- NVD record
- CVE.org record
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041432
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2018-08-01
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/45192/
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041432
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2018-08-01
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/45192/