CVE-2019-9461

Public Exploit

Description

In the Android kernel in VPN routing there is a possible information disclosure. This could lead to remote information disclosure by an adjacent network attacker with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

6.5

CVSS

Severity: Medium

CVSS 3.1 •

CVSS 2.0 •

EPSS 0.63%

Vendor Advisory android.com

Affected: n/a Android

References

Link	Tags
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2019-09-01	vendor advisory
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2019/12/05/1	exploit mailing list
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2019/12/05/2	exploit mailing list
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2019/12/08/1	exploit mailing list

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2019-9461?: CVE-2019-9461 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2019-9461?: To fix CVE-2019-9461, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2019-9461 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is possible that CVE-2019-9461 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2019-9461?: CVE-2019-9461 affects n/a Android.

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