CVE-2019-2126: In ParseContentEncodingEntry of mkvparser.cc, there is a possible double free due to a missing reset of a freed pointer. This could lead to remote cod...

Description

In ParseContentEncodingEntry of mkvparser.cc, there is a possible double free due to a missing reset of a freed pointer. This could lead to remote code execution with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation. Product: Android. Versions: Android-7.0 Android-7.1.1 Android-7.1.2 Android-8.0 Android-8.1 Android-9. Android ID: A-127702368.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

8.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

5.39%

91.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-415

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	7.0
Google	Android	7.1.1
Google	Android	7.1.2
Google	Android	8.0
Google	Android	8.1
Google	Android	9.0
Fedoraproject	Fedora	30
Fedoraproject	Fedora	31
Canonical	Ubuntu Linux	16.04
Canonical	Ubuntu Linux	18.04
Canonical	Ubuntu Linux	19.04
Opensuse	Leap	15.1

References

Timeline

Published: Aug 20, 2019
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2019-2126?

In ParseContentEncodingEntry of mkvparser.cc, there is a possible double free due to a missing reset of a freed pointer. This could lead to remote code execution with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation. Product: Android. Versions: Android-7.0 Android-7.1.1 Android-7.1.2 Android-8.0 Android-8.1 Android-9. Android ID: A-127702368.

How severe is CVE-2019-2126?

CVE-2019-2126 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 5.39% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2019-2126?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.