CVE-2019-9273 — MEDIUM (6.7)

Vulnerability Description

In the Android kernel in the synaptics_dsx_htc touchscreen driver there is a possible use after free due to improper locking. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with System execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

CVSS Score

6.7

MEDIUM

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

Attack Vector

LOCAL

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

HIGH

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	-

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-667 CWE-416

References

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2019-09-01Vendor Advisory
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2019-09-01Vendor Advisory

FAQ

What is CVE-2019-9273?

CVE-2019-9273 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.7 (MEDIUM). In the Android kernel in the synaptics_dsx_htc touchscreen driver there is a possible use after free due to improper locking. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with System execution pri...

How severe is CVE-2019-9273?

CVE-2019-9273 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.7/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2019-9273?

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