CVE-2019-2233: Medium severity Google Android vulnerability
In getUserCount and getCount of UserSwitcherController.java, there is possible new user creation due to a logic error. This could lead to local escalation of privilege for an attacker who has physical access to the device with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-10Android ID: A-140486529
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is realistically exposed to this issue?
Devices running Android 10 are affected. Exploitation requires an attacker to have physical access to the device; no existing execution privileges are required.
Does exploitation require user interaction or special configuration?
No user interaction is needed. The provided data does not identify any configuration prerequisite beyond physical access to an affected Android 10 device.
What is the impact if exploitation succeeds?
The logic error can allow creation of a new user, leading to local escalation of privilege. The supplied CVSS vector indicates high confidentiality, integrity, and availability impact.