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7.8

Android can run malicious code through image handling

CVE-2019-1987 · published 7 years ago
Summary

Certain Android versions (7.0 through 9) have a flaw in the way they process image data that could let an attacker run code on the device. Exploiting it requires a user to open a specially crafted file, but no extra permissions are needed. Update the device to the latest security patches or install updates from the manufacturer to protect against this risk.

What to do

The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.

Affected software
VendorProductAffected versions
google android 7.0
7.1.1
7.1.2
8.0
8.1
9.0
cpe:2.3:o:google:android:7.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
In onSetSampleX of SkSwizzler.cpp, 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. Us...
In onSetSampleX of SkSwizzler.cpp, 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. 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-118143775.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 14 days
Internal At next upgrade
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Needs hands-on effort to exploit (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker full control (estimated)
Severity
7.8 High
Exploitation
1% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-787Out-of-bounds Write
Timeline
Published28 Feb 2019
Updated4 Nov 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2019-1987 · NVD
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