CVE-2019-2176

Name: CVE-2019-2176
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2019-09-05T22:15:12.07+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.04%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2019-2176 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In ihevcd_parse_buffering_period_sei of ihevcd_parse_headers.c in Android 8.0, 8.1 and 9, there is a possible out of bounds write due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to remote code execution with no additional execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 1.04% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In ihevcd_parse_buffering_period_sei of ihevcd_parse_headers.c in Android 8.0, 8.1 and 9, there is a possible out of bounds write due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to remote code execution with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.04%

59.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-787

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
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-2019-2176?

How severe is CVE-2019-2176?

Severity scoring for CVE-2019-2176 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.04% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2019-2176?

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.

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Source: NVD / NIST