CVE-2018-9446

In smp_br_state_machine_event of smp_br_main.cc, there is a possible out of bounds write due to memory corruption

published November 6, 2018

CVSS
—
EPSS
2%
Percentile
81.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ An out-of-bounds write lurks in the smp_br_state_machine_event, potentially allowing sneaky remote code execution—no user interaction needed! 🔥 Think of this like a waiter who accidentally delivers your soup to the wrong table but ends up spilling it all over the floor instead—messy and uninvited! This flaw can let attackers run their own code on vulnerable devices without you ever knowing. This vulnerability puts Android users at risk as it opens the door for attackers to execute arbitrary code. Imagine someone taking control over your device, accessing sensitive data, or even turning your phone into a puppet—yikes!

Put simply

Think of this like a waiter who accidentally delivers your soup to the wrong table but ends up spilling it all over the floor instead—messy and uninvited! This flaw can let attackers run their own code on vulnerable devices without you ever knowing. The issue resides in the smp_br_state_machine_event function, where a memory corruption flaw could lead to an out-of-bounds write. This means that an attacker can exploit this to execute code on the device with no additional permissions required.

What to do

This vulnerability puts Android users at risk as it opens the door for attackers to execute arbitrary code. Imagine someone taking control over your device, accessing sensitive data, or even turning your phone into a puppet—yikes! To mitigate this risk, ensure your Android device is updated to the latest version that resolves this vulnerability. Regularly check for system updates and apply them as soon as they're available! You've got this! Keep your device updated, and you're one step closer to being a security hero! 🦸

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02056 · 81.0th percentile
Published
2018-11-06T17:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 06 NOV 17:00Z
    In smp_br_state_machine_event of smp_br_main.cc, there is a possible out of bounds write due to memory corruption
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