CVE-2014-1909: Buffer Overflow

Published May 14, 2014
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Updated

Integer signedness error in system/core/adb/adbclient.c in Android Debug Bridge (ADB) for Android 4.4 in the Android SDK Platform Tools 18.0.1 allows ADB servers to execute arbitrary code via a negative length value, which bypasses a signed comparison and triggers a stack-based buffer overflow.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Google Android Debug Bridge
Google Android Sdk Platform Tools=18.0.1
openSUSE openSUSE=12.3
openSUSE openSUSE=13.1

Event History

May 14, 2014
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·12:55 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2014-1909?

CVE-2014-1909 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2014-1909?

To mitigate CVE-2014-1909, update the Android Debug Bridge (ADB) to a version that includes the security patch.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2014-1909?

CVE-2014-1909 affects specific versions of Android SDK Platform Tools and openSUSE operating systems.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2014-1909?

CVE-2014-1909 is an integer signedness error that leads to a stack-based buffer overflow.

5

Can CVE-2014-1909 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2014-1909 can be exploited remotely if the affected ADB service is exposed to the network.

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