CVE-2019-18624: Critical severity opera mini vulnerability

Published Oct 29, 2019
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Updated

Opera Mini for Android allows attackers to bypass intended restrictions on .apk file download/installation via an RTLO (aka Right to Left Override) approach, as demonstrated by misinterpretation of malicious%E2%80%AEtxt.apk as maliciouskpa.txt. This affects 44.1.2254.142553, 44.1.2254.142659, and 44.1.2254.143214.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Opera Mini Android=44.1.2254.142553
Opera Mini Android=44.1.2254.142659
Opera Mini Android=44.1.2254.143214

Event History

Oct 29, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:12 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:12 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2019-18624?

The severity of CVE-2019-18624 is critical with a CVSS score of 9.8.

2

How does CVE-2019-18624 affect Opera Mini for Android?

CVE-2019-18624 allows attackers to bypass intended restrictions on .apk file download/installation in Opera Mini for Android.

3

What is the impact of CVE-2019-18624?

The impact of CVE-2019-18624 is that attackers can trick users into downloading and installing malicious files disguised as legitimate ones.

4

Which versions of Opera Mini for Android are affected by CVE-2019-18624?

CVE-2019-18624 affects Opera Mini for Android versions 44.1.2254.142553, 44.1.2254.142659, and 44.1.2254.143214.

5

How can I fix CVE-2019-18624 in Opera Mini for Android?

To fix CVE-2019-18624, update Opera Mini for Android to a version that is not affected by the vulnerability.

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