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CVE-2019-2090

7.8 · HIGH

In isPackageDeviceAdminOnAnyUser of PackageManagerService.java, there is a possible permissions bypass due to a missing permissions check.

Published Jun 7, 2019CWE-862EPSS 0.13%

Overview

CVE-2019-2090 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on June 7, 2019 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 7.8 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 7.8, rated HIGH. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

In isPackageDeviceAdminOnAnyUser of PackageManagerService.java, there is a possible permissions bypass due to a missing permissions check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege, with no additional permissions required. User interaction is not 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-128599183

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2019-2090?

CVE-2019-2090 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on June 7, 2019 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 7.8 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2019-2090?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 7.8, rated HIGH. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2019-2090?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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