CVE-2018-9451: In DynamicRefTable::load of ResourceTypes.cpp, there is a possible out of bounds read due to a missing boun...

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2018-9451 is an Android local information disclosure issue. A missing bounds check could allow an out-of-bounds read in Android resource handling code. The sources do not provide a CVSS score, exploitation evidence, or detailed impact scope, so urgency should be based on affected Android version exposure. Exposure is most likely on devices, images, or downstream Android builds based on Android 6.0 through 8.1 that have not incorporated relevant vendor security updates. The bundle does not identify affected apps, OEM-specific status, or non-Android products. Treat this as a patch governance issue for older Android fleets. It is not supported here as internet-scale or actively exploited, but affected unsupported devices may carry residual information-disclosure risk and should be updated, replaced, or constrained. Mitigation focus: Review Google Android Security Bulletin 2018-08-01 for vendor guidance.; Update affected Android devices or builds through supported OEM security updates.; Retire or isolate unsupported Android 6.0 through 8.1 devices where updates are unavailable..

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Jun 6, 2026, 22:26 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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