Android Local Info Disclosure in MiniThumbFile (confused deputy)
CVE-2018-9379 Published on January 17, 2025
In multiple functions of MiniThumbFile.java, there is a possible way to view the thumbnails of deleted photos due to a confused deputy. This could lead to local information disclosure with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.
Vulnerability Analysis
CVE-2018-9379 can be exploited with local system access, and requires small amount of user privileges. This vulnerability is considered to have a low attack complexity. The potential impact of an exploit of this vulnerability is considered to have a high impact on confidentiality, with no impact on integrity and availability.
Weakness Type
What is an Information Disclosure Vulnerability?
The product exposes sensitive information to an actor that is not explicitly authorized to have access to that information.
CVE-2018-9379 has been classified to as an Information Disclosure vulnerability or weakness.
Products Associated with CVE-2018-9379
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Affected Versions
Google Android Version Android Kernel is affected by CVE-2018-9379Exploit Probability
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