CVE-2019-9269

CVE-2019-9269 is a high-severity vulnerability in Google Android with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.3. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-613.

Key facts

Description

In System Settings, there is a possible permissions bypass due to a cached Linux user ID. This could lead to a local permissions bypass with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation. Product: AndroidVersions: Android-10Android ID: A-36899497

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2019-9269?
In System Settings, there is a possible permissions bypass due to a cached Linux user ID. This could lead to a local permissions bypass with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is needed for exploitation. Product: AndroidVersions: Android-10Android ID: A-36899497
How severe is CVE-2019-9269?
CVE-2019-9269 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.3, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2019-9269 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (5th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2019-9269?
CVE-2019-9269 affects Google Android. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2019-9269?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2019-9269 published?
CVE-2019-9269 was published on 2019-09-27 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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