CVE-2018-9382

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.

Score

CVSS 3.1 7.8 High

Status

Analyzed - security@android.com

Published

2025-01-17

Last modified

2025-03-13

Weaknesses

CWE-862

Affected products

• Android (Google)

References

• https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2018-06-01