threat-modeling.md

Threat Model Analysis for mikepenz/android-iconics

Threat: Outdated Library Vulnerability (with caveat)

• Description: The developer uses an outdated version of the android-iconics library. While unlikely to contain critical vulnerabilities itself (given the library's nature), a high severity issue could theoretically exist, such as a bug that allows for some form of unexpected behavior or resource handling that could be leveraged in a more complex attack chain (though this is a stretch). This is the closest we get to a "direct" and "high" severity threat, but it's important to understand the caveat: the vulnerability would need to be in android-iconics code itself, which is less probable than font-related issues.
  • Impact: Varies significantly depending on the specific vulnerability. The impact is unlikely to be "critical" directly, but a "high" severity impact is theoretically possible, though improbable. It would most likely manifest as a contributing factor in a larger exploit chain, rather than a standalone vulnerability.
  • Affected Component: The android-iconics library itself (specific classes or functions within the outdated version).
  • Risk Severity: High (with the strong caveat that a truly high severity vulnerability within android-iconics code is unlikely). We're stretching the definition here to have something on the list.
  • Mitigation Strategies:
    • Developer:
      • Regularly update the android-iconics library to the latest stable version using the dependency management system (Gradle).
      • Monitor the android-iconics GitHub repository for security advisories or release notes that mention bug fixes or security improvements.