Learn about CVE-2018-9594, a critical Android NFC vulnerability affecting versions 7.0, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, 8.0, 8.1, and 9. Discover the impact, technical details, and mitigation steps.
Android NFC Vulnerability
Understanding CVE-2018-9594
This CVE involves a potential vulnerability in the llcp_link_proc_agf_pdu function of the llcp_link.cc file in various Android versions.
What is CVE-2018-9594?
The vulnerability in Android versions 7.0, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, 8.0, 8.1, and 9 stems from an integer overflow, leading to an out-of-bounds read. Exploiting it could expose local information over NFC without needing additional privileges or user interaction.
The Impact of CVE-2018-9594
The exploitation of this vulnerability could result in the disclosure of local information over NFC without requiring any additional execution privileges. It is crucial to address this issue promptly to prevent potential data breaches.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-9594
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability arises from an integer overflow in the llcp_link_proc_agf_pdu function, potentially allowing an out-of-bounds read.
Affected Systems and Versions
Exploitation Mechanism
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
Long-Term Security Practices
Patching and Updates