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7.3

Android NFC write error can raise local privileges

CVE-2019-9358 · published 7 years ago
Summary

A flaw in Android’s NFC feature can write data outside its intended area, allowing a user to gain higher system rights on the device. Exploiting it requires the user to interact with the phone, but the risk is real if the device runs an unpatched version. Install the latest Android updates or disable NFC until the fix is applied.

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 NFC, there is a possible out of bounds write due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to a to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction...
In NFC, there is a possible out of bounds write due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to a to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation. Product: AndroidVersions: Android-10Android ID: A-120156401
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
7.3 High
Exploitation
<1% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-787Out-of-bounds Write
Timeline
Published27 Sep 2019
Updated29 Oct 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2019-9358 · NVD
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