High severity7.8NVD Advisory· Published Jan 17, 2025· Updated Jun 17, 2026
CVE-2018-9382
CVE-2018-9382
Description
In multiple functions of WifiServiceImpl.java, there is a possible way to activate Wi-Fi hotspot from a non-owner profile due to a missing permission check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.
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Affected products
7Android Kernel+ 6 more
- (no CPE)range: Android Kernel
- (no CPE)
- cpe:2.3:o:google:android:6.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:google:android:6.0.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:google:android:7.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:google:android:7.1.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:google:android:7.1.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Patches
Vulnerability mechanics
References
1- source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2018-06-01nvdVendor Advisory
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