CVE-2019-2047: Critical severity android vulnerability

Published May 6, 2019

Updated

In UpdateLoadElement of ic.cc, there is a possible out-of-bounds write due to type confusion. This could lead to remote code execution in the proxy auto-config with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Product: Android Versions: Android-7.0 Android-7.1.1 Android-7.1.2 Android-8.0 Android-8.1 Android-9 Android ID: A-117607414

Affected Software

7 affected components

Google Android=7.0

Google Android=7.1.1

Google Android=7.1.2

Google Android=8.0

Google Android=8.1

Google Android=9.0

Google Android

Event History

May 6, 2019

CVE Published

via Android·12:00 AM

May 8, 2019

CVE Published

via MITRE·04:27 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·04:27 PM

DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2019-2047?

CVE-2019-2047 has a critical severity level due to its potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2019-2047?

To address CVE-2019-2047, update your Android device to the latest security patch provided by Google.

Which Android versions are affected by CVE-2019-2047?

CVE-2019-2047 affects Android versions 7.0, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, 8.0, 8.1, and 9.0.

Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2019-2047?

No, user interaction is not needed for the exploitation of CVE-2019-2047.

What could happen if CVE-2019-2047 is exploited?

If exploited, CVE-2019-2047 could lead to remote code execution in the proxy auto-config.