CVE-2019-9456
First published: Fri Sep 06 2019(Updated: )
In the Android kernel in Pixel C USB monitor driver there is a possible OOB write due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with System execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.
Credit: security@android.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Android | ||
| SUSE Linux | =15.0 | |
| SUSE Linux | =15.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-9456?
CVE-2019-9456 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for local escalation of privilege.
How do I fix CVE-2019-9456?
To fix CVE-2019-9456, update the affected software to the latest security patches provided by Google and openSUSE.
Which systems are affected by CVE-2019-9456?
CVE-2019-9456 affects certain versions of Google Android and openSUSE Leap 15.0 and 15.1.
Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2019-9456?
No, user interaction is not needed for the exploitation of CVE-2019-9456.
What type of attack does CVE-2019-9456 enable?
CVE-2019-9456 enables a local escalation of privilege attack due to an out-of-bounds write in the Android kernel.
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