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7.8

Android may let local users gain higher privileges

CVE-2019-2133 · published 7 years ago
Summary

A coding error in Android's NFC handling could let someone with physical access to a device increase their system rights without needing extra code execution. The issue requires the user to interact with the device for it to be triggered. Apply the latest Android security updates to protect your devices.

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 Mfc_Transceive of phNxpExtns_MifareStd.cpp, there is a possible out of bounds write due to a heap buffer overflow. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution p...
In Mfc_Transceive of phNxpExtns_MifareStd.cpp, there is a possible out of bounds write due to a heap buffer overflow. This could lead to local escalation of privilege 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-132082342.
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
Published20 Aug 2019
Updated4 Nov 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2019-2133 · NVD
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