SB2018120739 - Buffer overflow in Google, Google Android



SB2018120739 - Buffer overflow in Google, Google Android

Published: December 7, 2018 Updated: August 8, 2020

Security Bulletin ID SB2018120739
Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Buffer overflow (CVE-ID: CVE-2018-11905)

The vulnerability allows a remote non-authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code.

In all android releases(Android for MSM, Firefox OS for MSM, QRD Android) from CAF using the linux kernel, Possible buffer overflow in WLAN function due to lack of input validation in values received from firmware.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.