SB2019090639 - Input validation error in Google, Google Android
Published: September 6, 2019 Updated: August 8, 2020
Security Bulletin ID
SB2019090639
Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Remote access
Highest impact
Code execution
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Input validation error (CVE-ID: CVE-2019-2177)
The vulnerability allows a remote non-authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code.
In isPreferred of HidProfile.java in Android 7.1.1, 7.1.2, 8.0, 8.1 and 9, there is a possible device type confusion due to a permissions bypass. This could lead to remote code execution with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.