What is the severity of CVE-2019-2131?

CVE-2019-2131 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for local escalation of privilege.

How do I fix CVE-2019-2131?

To fix CVE-2019-2131, update your Android device to the latest security patch provided by Google.

What versions of Android are affected by CVE-2019-2131?

CVE-2019-2131 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-2019-2131?

Yes, user interaction is required for the exploitation of CVE-2019-2131.

What impact does CVE-2019-2131 have on device security?

CVE-2019-2131 can allow an application with overlay permission to display overlays on top of the settings UI, which may compromise user privacy.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2019-2131

critical

9.3

CWE

1188

5/8/2019

20/8/2019

26/8/2024

CVE-2019-2131

First published: Mon Aug 05 2019(Updated: )

An application with overlay permission can display overlays on top of settings UI. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is 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-119115683.

Credit: security@android.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Android
Android	=7.0
Android	=7.1.1
Android	=7.1.2
Android	=8.0
Android	=8.1
Android	=9.0

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What is the severity of CVE-2019-2131?
CVE-2019-2131 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for local escalation of privilege.
How do I fix CVE-2019-2131?
To fix CVE-2019-2131, update your Android device to the latest security patch provided by Google.
What versions of Android are affected by CVE-2019-2131?
CVE-2019-2131 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-2019-2131?
Yes, user interaction is required for the exploitation of CVE-2019-2131.
What impact does CVE-2019-2131 have on device security?
CVE-2019-2131 can allow an application with overlay permission to display overlays on top of the settings UI, which may compromise user privacy.

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