CVE-2019-2041

Name: CVE-2019-2041
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2019-04-19T20:29:01.393+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.19%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2019-2041 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In the configuration of NFC modules on certain devices, there is a possible failure to distinguish individual devices due to an insecure default value. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.19% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In the configuration of NFC modules on certain devices, there is a possible failure to distinguish individual devices due to an insecure default value. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation. Product: Android. Versions: Android-8.1 Android-9. Android ID: A-122034690.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.19%

8.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-1188

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	8.1
Google	Android	9.0

References

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2019-04-01Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2019-04-01Patch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Apr 19, 2019
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2019-2041?

How severe is CVE-2019-2041?

Severity scoring for CVE-2019-2041 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.19% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2019-2041?

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Source: NVD / NIST