CVE-2018-9583

CVE-2018-9583 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Google Android with a CVSS 3.x base score of 9.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-787.

Key facts

Description

In bta_ag_parse_cmer of bta_ag_cmd.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 write due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to remote code execution in the bluetooth server with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Android ID: A-112860487.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2018-9583?
In bta_ag_parse_cmer of bta_ag_cmd.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 write due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to remote code execution in the bluetooth server with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Android ID: A-112860487.
How severe is CVE-2018-9583?
CVE-2018-9583 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 9.8, rated critical severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2018-9583 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (81st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2018-9583?
CVE-2018-9583 primarily affects Google Android. In total, 6 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2018-9583?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2018-9583 published?
CVE-2018-9583 was published on 2019-02-11 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (6)

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