CVE-2019-9373 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about the Android-10 JobStore vulnerability (CVE-2019-9373) causing denial of service. Find out how to mitigate this issue and secure your system.
Android-10 JobStore vulnerability causing denial of service.
Understanding CVE-2019-9373
What is CVE-2019-9373?
The JobStore in Android-10 has a serialization/deserialization issue with the "battery-not-low" job attribute, potentially leading to a local denial of service without requiring additional execution privileges.
The Impact of CVE-2019-9373
This vulnerability in Android-10 can result in a local denial of service without user interaction.
Technical Details of CVE-2019-9373
Vulnerability Description
The JobStore vulnerability in Android-10 involves a mismatched serialization/deserialization for the "battery-not-low" job attribute.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Android
- Version: Android-10
Exploitation Mechanism
- Exploitation does not rely on user interaction.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply security patches from the provider.
- Monitor official sources for updates.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update the Android OS.
- Implement security best practices.
- Conduct security audits.
Patching and Updates
It is crucial to apply patches provided by Android to mitigate the CVE-2019-9373 vulnerability.