CVE-2019-9833 : Security Advisory and Response

This CVE-2019-9833 article provides insights into a denial of service vulnerability in the Screen Stream application for Android.

Understanding CVE-2019-9833

What is CVE-2019-9833?

The Screen Stream application up to version 3.0.15 for Android is susceptible to a denial of service attack when remote attackers send multiple /start-stop requests simultaneously.

The Impact of CVE-2019-9833

Exploiting this vulnerability can lead to a denial of service, disrupting the normal functionality of the Screen Stream application on affected devices.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-9833

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in the Screen Stream application allows remote attackers to trigger a denial of service condition by sending numerous /start-stop requests concurrently.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Screen Stream application
Vendor: N/A
Versions affected: Up to 3.0.15 for Android

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers exploit the vulnerability by flooding the application with multiple /start-stop requests simultaneously, overwhelming the system and causing a denial of service.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Update the Screen Stream application to the latest version to patch the vulnerability.
Avoid opening suspicious links or files that may trigger the denial of service attack.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update all applications and software on your devices to prevent known vulnerabilities.
Implement network security measures to detect and block malicious traffic targeting denial of service vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Apply security patches and updates provided by the application vendor to address and mitigate the CVE-2019-9833 vulnerability.