CVE-2019-2053 : Security Advisory and Response

Android versions 7.0 to 9 are affected by a security vulnerability that could lead to information disclosure without the need for additional privileges or user interaction.

Understanding CVE-2019-2053

This CVE identifies a potential security flaw in Android versions 7.0 to 9 that could result in the disclosure of local information.

What is CVE-2019-2053?

The vulnerability exists in the function "wnm_parse_neighbor_report_elem" of the file "wnm_sta.c" in Android, allowing an out-of-bounds read without proper bounds checking.

The Impact of CVE-2019-2053

The vulnerability could potentially lead to the disclosure of local information without requiring additional execution privileges or user interaction.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-2053

Android versions 7.0 to 9 are affected by this vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The issue arises from a missing bounds check in the "wnm_parse_neighbor_report_elem" function, enabling an out-of-bounds read.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Android
Versions: Android-7.0, Android-7.1.1, Android-7.1.2, Android-8.0, Android-8.1, Android-9

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited to disclose local information without the need for additional execution privileges or user interaction.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take:

Apply security patches provided by the vendor.
Monitor official sources for updates and advisories. Long-Term Security Practices:
Regularly update the operating system and applications.
Implement network security measures to detect and prevent exploitation attempts.
Educate users on safe browsing habits and potential security risks.
Consider using security tools to enhance protection.

Patching and Updates

Ensure that all affected systems are updated with the latest security patches to mitigate the risk of exploitation.