Attacking the Linux PRNG on Android

Explore the vulnerabilities of the Linux Pseudorandom Number Generator (LPRNG) on Android devices in this 57-minute Black Hat conference talk. Delve into a practical attack against the LPRNG's internal state during early boot, given a leaked random value. Examine how this vulnerability affects the majority of Android-based mobile devices and its implications for platform security features like Address Space Layout Randomization (ASLR) and stack protection. Discover two real-world exploitation vectors enabled by this attack, including a live demonstration. Learn about current mitigations and gain insights into designing secure PRNGs for embedded platforms. Analyze the boot timeline, probability of success, and potential attack scenarios while considering the broader implications for Android security.