CVE-2019-9365

In Bluetooth, there is a possible deserialization error due to missing string validation

published September 27, 2019

CVSS
—
EPSS
1%
Percentile
61.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A sneaky deserialization error in Bluetooth could let attackers execute code on your Android device without needing any user interaction! 🔥 Think of it like a waiter who serves you a dish without checking if any of the ingredients are safe. If that dish is prepared with something hazardous, you could be in serious trouble! This vulnerability could allow an attacker to take full control of your device, read sensitive data, send messages, or even install malicious software without you ever knowing. It’s a serious breach of trust—like letting an unverified guest into your home without a background check!

Put simply

Think of it like a waiter who serves you a dish without checking if any of the ingredients are safe. If that dish is prepared with something hazardous, you could be in serious trouble! In this case, the missing string validation in Bluetooth allows malicious data to be processed without proper checks, leading to a remote code execution vulnerability. Essentially, it’s like accepting an order without verifying the contents before serving it.

What to do

This vulnerability could allow an attacker to take full control of your device, read sensitive data, send messages, or even install malicious software without you ever knowing. It’s a serious breach of trust—like letting an unverified guest into your home without a background check! To protect your device, make sure to upgrade to the latest version of Android that addresses this issue. Regularly check for software updates and consider disabling Bluetooth when not in use to minimize exposure. 🛡️ You've got this! Stay vigilant and keep your device secure! 🔒

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00966 · 61.4th percentile
Published
2019-09-27T18:05Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 27 SEP 18:05Z
    In Bluetooth, there is a possible deserialization error due to missing string validation
    cvelistv5