CVE-2018-9465: In task_get_unused_fd_flags of binder.c, there is a possible memory corruption due to a use after free.

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2018-9465 is an Android kernel Binder issue that can corrupt memory after use. The reported outcome is local privilege escalation without user interaction or extra execution privileges. Business risk is highest for Android devices that missed the relevant 2018 Android security update or vendor kernel backports. Likely exposure is limited to Android kernel builds that did not receive the Android 2018-08-01 bulletin fixes or equivalent OEM kernel updates. This is a local vulnerability, so it matters most where untrusted apps or users can execute code on affected devices. Prioritize remediation for fleets with old Android devices, bring-your-own-device exposure, or untrusted app execution. There is no cited active exploitation here, but kernel-level privilege escalation can turn a local foothold into deeper device compromise. Mitigation focus: Check Android and OEM guidance for CVE-2018-9465 applicability.; Apply the Android 2018-08-01 security update or equivalent vendor kernel fix.; Prioritize managed Android devices that run untrusted applications..

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

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