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6.5

Android libxaac may leak data

CVE-2019-2144 · published 7 years ago
Summary

The libxaac library used in Android 10 can read data it shouldn't, potentially exposing private information. An attacker would need to get a user to interact with the device, but no special permissions are required. Apply the latest Android updates or patches that fix this library to protect your data.

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 10.0
cpe:2.3:o:google:android:10.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
In libxaac, there is a possible out of bounds read due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to information disclosure with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is neede...
In libxaac, there is a possible out of bounds read due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to information disclosure with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation. Product: AndroidVersions: Android-10Android ID: A-112856493
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 60 days
Internal At next upgrade
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Needs hands-on effort to exploit (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker partial control (estimated)
Severity
6.5 Medium
Exploitation
<1% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-125Out-of-bounds Read
Timeline
Published27 Sep 2019
Updated4 Nov 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2019-2144 · NVD
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