CVE-2018-9409 is an out-of-bounds write vulnerability in the HWCSession::SetColorModeById function within Android, stemming from a missing bounds check. This flaw allows for local escalation of privilege without requiring user interaction or additional execution privileges. Rated 7.8 HIGH on CVSS, it presents a significant risk with high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. While no public exploits, Metasploit modules, or Nuclei templates are available, and there is no evidence of active exploitation or community discussion, the vulnerability remains a potential threat to affected Android devices.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
8.1CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:o:google:android:8.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 3.1
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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