CVE-2019-20572: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue Mar 24 2020(Updated: )
An issue was discovered on Samsung mobile devices with O(8.1) and P(9.0) (Exynos chipsets) software. load_kernel has a buffer overflow via untrusted data. The Samsung ID is SVE-2019-14939 (September 2019).
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Google Android | =8.1 | |
| Google Android | =9.0 | |
| Samsung Exynos |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this issue?
The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2019-20572.
What is the severity of CVE-2019-20572?
The severity of CVE-2019-20572 is critical with a CVSS score of 9.8.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2019-20572?
CVE-2019-20572 affects Samsung mobile devices with O(8.1) and P(9.0) software (Exynos chipsets).
How can I fix CVE-2019-20572?
To fix CVE-2019-20572, update your Samsung mobile device software to the latest version available.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2019-20572?
You can find more information about CVE-2019-20572 in the Samsung Security Updates page: https://security.samsungmobile.com/securityUpdate.smsb
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