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Android can be remotely hijacked through a decoding error

CVE-2019-2093 · published 7 years ago
Summary

A flaw in Android's decoding routine can write data outside its intended area, which may let an attacker run their own code on the device. Exploiting it requires a user to interact with the device, but no special permissions are needed. Apply the latest Android updates to fix the issue.

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 9.0
cpe:2.3:o:google:android:9.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
In huff_dec_1D of nlc_dec.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 i...
In huff_dec_1D of nlc_dec.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-9. Android ID: A-119292397.
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
8.8 High
Exploitation
1% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-787Out-of-bounds Write
Timeline
Published7 Jun 2019
Updated4 Nov 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2019-2093 · NVD
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