Path Traversal Vulnerability in readMetadata of Utils.cpp Allows Local Privilege Escalation

CVE-2018-9445 · HIGH Severity

AV:L/AC:L/AU:N/C:C/I:C/A:C

In readMetadata of Utils.cpp, there is a possible path traversal bug due to a confused deputy. This could lead to local escalation of privilege when mounting a USB device with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Product: Android Versions: Android-6.0 Android-6.0.1 Android-7.0 Android-7.1.1 Android-7.1.2 Android-8.0 Android-8.1 Android ID: A-80436257.

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