CVE-2019-2233
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CVE-2019-2233 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In getUserCount and getCount of UserSwitcherController.java, there is possible new user creation due to a logic error. This could lead to local escalation of privilege for an attacker who has physical access to the device with no additional execution privileges needed. EPSS estimates a 0.18% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In getUserCount and getCount of UserSwitcherController.java, there is possible new user creation due to a logic error. This could lead to local escalation of privilege for an attacker who has physical access to the device with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-10Android ID: A-140486529
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | 10.0 |
References
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2019-11-01Vendor Advisory
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2019-11-01Vendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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