CVE-2018-9525 in Google Android
Summary
In the AndroidManifest.xml file defining the SliceBroadcastReceiver handler for com.android.settings.slice.action.WIFI_CHANGED, there is a possible permissions bypass due to a confused deputy. This could lead to local escalation of privilege, allowing a local attacker to change device settings, with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Product: Android. Versions: Android-9. Android ID: A-111330641
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Reservation
04/05/2018
Disclosure
11/14/2018
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| ID | Vulnerability | CWE | Exp | Cou | CVE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 126875 | Google Android com.android.settings.slice.action.WIFI_CHANGED AndroidManifest.xml SliceBroadcastReceiver permission | 275 | Not defined | Official fix | CVE-2018-9525 |