CVE-2019-12762: Medium severity mi 5s plus firmware vulnerability

Published Jun 6, 2019
·
Updated

Xiaomi Mi 5s Plus devices allow attackers to trigger touchscreen anomalies via a radio signal between 198 kHz and 203 kHz, as demonstrated by a transmitter and antenna hidden just beneath the surface of a coffee-shop table, aka Ghost Touch.

Affected Software

16 affected components
Mi Mi 5s Plus Firmware
Mi Mi 5s Plus
Sony Xperia Z4 Firmware
Sony Xperia Z4
Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge Firmware
Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge
Samsung Galaxy S4 Firmware
Samsung Galaxy S4
Google Nexus 7 Firmware
Google Nexus 7
Google Nexus 9 Firmware
Google Nexus 9
SHARP Aquos Zeta Sh-04f Firmware
SHARP Aquos Zeta Sh-04f
Fujitsu Arrows Nx F05-f Firmware
Fujitsu Arrows Nx F05-f

Event History

Jun 6, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:45 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:45 PM
Description
Free Weekly Intel

Don't miss critical vulnerabilities

Join thousands of security professionals who receive our weekly digest of trending CVEs, zero-days, and exploited vulnerabilities.

No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2019-12762?

CVE-2019-12762 is a vulnerability found in Xiaomi Mi 5s Plus devices that allows attackers to trigger touchscreen anomalies via a radio signal.

2

How can the touchscreen anomalies be triggered in Xiaomi Mi 5s Plus devices?

The touchscreen anomalies can be triggered in Xiaomi Mi 5s Plus devices by using a radio signal between 198 kHz and 203 kHz.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2019-12762?

The severity of CVE-2019-12762 is medium with a severity value of 4.2.

4

Which devices are affected by CVE-2019-12762?

Xiaomi Mi 5s Plus devices are affected by CVE-2019-12762.

5

How can I fix CVE-2019-12762?

There is currently no known fix for CVE-2019-12762. It is recommended to stay updated with the latest firmware and security patches.

Contact

SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
132 Wickham Terrace
Fortitude Valley,
QLD 4006, Australia
info@secalerts.co
By using SecAlerts services, you agree to our services end-user license agreement. This website is safeguarded by reCAPTCHA and governed by the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. All names, logos, and brands of products are owned by their respective owners, and any usage of these names, logos, and brands for identification purposes only does not imply endorsement. If you possess any content that requires removal, please get in touch with us.
© 2026 SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
ABN: 70 645 966 203, ACN: 645 966 203