CVE-2019-2233 — MEDIUM (6.8)

Vulnerability Description

In getUserCount and getCount of UserSwitcherController.java, there is possible new user creation due to a logic error. This could lead to local escalation of privilege for an attacker who has physical access to the device with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.Product: AndroidVersions: Android-10Android ID: A-140486529

CVSS Score

6.8

MEDIUM

CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Attack Vector

PHYSICAL

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	10.0

References

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2019-11-01Vendor Advisory
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2019-11-01Vendor Advisory

FAQ

What is CVE-2019-2233?

CVE-2019-2233 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). In getUserCount and getCount of UserSwitcherController.java, there is possible new user creation due to a logic error. This could lead to local escalation of privilege for an attacker who has physical...

How severe is CVE-2019-2233?

CVE-2019-2233 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2019-2233?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Android.