CVE-2018-9373 Details
Description
In TdlsexRxFrameHandle of the MTK WLAN driver, there is a possible out of bounds write due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to remote escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.
A critical elevation of privilege vulnerability has been identified in the MediaTek WLAN driver, specifically within the TDLS (Tunneled Direct Link Setup) functionality. The issue arises from a missing bounds check, which creates a potential for out-of-bounds write operations. This vulnerability could be exploited remotely, allowing an attacker to escalate privileges without requiring additional execution rights or user interaction. Devices running the Android 2018-06-01 security patch level or earlier are affected.
Users can update their devices to the June 2018 security patch level to address this vulnerability.
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CVSS 4.0 Severity and Vector Strings:
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CVSS 3.x Severity and Vector Strings:
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CISA-ADP
Assessed Jan 28, 2025References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2018-06-01 | [email protected] | Vendor Advisory |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-787 | Out-of-bounds Write | CISA-ADP |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| google android | All versions |
CPE
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Change History
5 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Jul 10, 2025 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| Jan 28, 2025 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Jan 28, 2025 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |