SB2019022828 - Use of insufficiently random values in Google, Google Android

Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.

1) Use of insufficiently random values (CVE-ID: CVE-2019-1997)

The vulnerability allows a remote non-authenticated attacker to gain access to sensitive information.

In random_get_bytes of random.c, there is a possible degradation of randomness due to an insecure default value. This could lead to local information disclosure via an insecure wireless connection 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-117508900.

Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.

References

• http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106946
• https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2019-02-01