CVE-2019-2174

Name: CVE-2019-2174
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2019-09-05T22:15:11.927+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.14%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2019-2174 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In SensorManager::assertStateLocked of SensorManager.cpp in Android 7.1.1, 7.1.2, 8.0, 8.1, and 9, there is a possible use after free due to improper locking. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.14% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In SensorManager::assertStateLocked of SensorManager.cpp in Android 7.1.1, 7.1.2, 8.0, 8.1, and 9, there is a possible use after free due to improper locking. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.14%

3.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	7.1.1
Google	Android	7.1.2
Google	Android	8.0
Google	Android	8.1
Google	Android	9.0

References

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2019-09-01Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2019-09-01Patch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Sep 5, 2019
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2019-2174?

How severe is CVE-2019-2174?

Severity scoring for CVE-2019-2174 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.14% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2019-2174?

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Source: NVD / NIST