CVE-2018-9588: Android vulnerability

CVE-2018-9588: In avdt_scb_hdl_report of avdt_scb_act.cc in Android-7.0, Android-7.1.1, Android-7.1.2, Android-8.0, Androi...

In avdt_scb_hdl_report of avdt_scb_act.cc in Android-7.0, Android-7.1.1, Android-7.1.2, Android-8.0, Android-8.1 and Android-9, there is a possible out of bounds read due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to remote information disclosure over Bluetooth with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Android ID: A-111450156.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedSep 17, 2024, 02:16 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2018-9588 is an Android Bluetooth flaw that could let an attacker remotely disclose information from affected devices without user interaction or extra privileges. Sources identify Android 7.0 through Android 9 as affected. The bundle does not provide CVSS scoring or confirmed exploitation. Exposure is most likely on Android 7.0, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, 8.0, 8.1, and 9 devices with Bluetooth capability, especially where vendor security updates were not applied. Treat this as a moderate mobile fleet hygiene issue. Prioritize affected Android devices that remain in service, handle sensitive data, or cannot prove January 2019-era security updates. Mitigation focus: Review Android January 2019 security bulletin guidance for A-111450156.; Apply applicable Android or device-vendor security updates.; Inventory remaining Android 7.0 through 9 devices..

Prepared: Jun 6, 2026, 21:46 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Feb 12, 2019, 00:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2019-01-01.htmlCVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM

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AndroidAndroidAndroid-7.0 Android-7.1.1 Android-7.1.2 Android-8.0 Android-8.1 Android-9Listed

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