CVE-2019-9450

CVE-2019-9450 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Google Android with a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.4. 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-362.

Key facts

Description

In the Android kernel in the FingerTipS touchscreen driver there is a possible memory corruption due to a race condition. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with System execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2019-9450?
In the Android kernel in the FingerTipS touchscreen driver there is a possible memory corruption due to a race condition. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with System execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.
How severe is CVE-2019-9450?
CVE-2019-9450 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.4, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over local access with high attack complexity, requires high privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2019-9450 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (3rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2019-9450?
CVE-2019-9450 affects Google Android. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2019-9450?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2019-9450 published?
CVE-2019-9450 was published on 2019-09-06 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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