Vulnerability Description
In the seccomp implementation prior to kernel version 4.8, there is a possible seccomp bypass due to seccomp policies that allow the use of ptrace. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation. Product: Android Versions: Android kernel Android ID: A-119769499
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android | - | |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 14.04 |
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/153799/Kernel-Live-Patch-Security-Notice-LSThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/154951/Kernel-Live-Patch-Security-Notice-LSThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2019-05-01Vendor Advisory
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/4076-1/Third Party Advisory
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/4095-2/Third Party Advisory
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/153799/Kernel-Live-Patch-Security-Notice-LSThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/154951/Kernel-Live-Patch-Security-Notice-LSThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2019-05-01Vendor Advisory
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/4076-1/Third Party Advisory
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/4095-2/Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2019-2054?
CVE-2019-2054 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). In the seccomp implementation prior to kernel version 4.8, there is a possible seccomp bypass due to seccomp policies that allow the use of ptrace. This could lead to local escalation of privilege wit...
How severe is CVE-2019-2054?
CVE-2019-2054 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2019-2054?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Android, Canonical Ubuntu Linux.