Security restrictions bypass in Windows 10 Mobile
| Risk | Low |
| Patch available | YES |
| Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
| CVE-ID | CVE-2019-1314 |
| CWE-ID | CWE-264 |
| Exploitation vector | Local |
| Public exploit | N/A |
| Vulnerable software Subscribe |
Windows Phone Operating systems & Components / Operating system |
| Vendor | Microsoft |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains one low risk vulnerability.
1) Permissions, Privileges, and Access Controls
EUVDB-ID: #VU21689
Risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 3.1 [CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2019-1314
CWE-ID:
CWE-264 - Permissions, Privileges, and Access Controls
Exploit availability: No
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a local user to bypass security restrictions.
The vulnerability exists due to the way files and folders a re accessed through the locked screen on Windows 10 Mobile, when Cortana is installed. A local attacker with physical access to device can access the photo library of an affected phone and modify or delete photos without authenticating to the system.
MitigationInstall updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versionsWindows Phone: 10
External linkshttp://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2019-1314
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
No. The attacker should have physical access to the system in order to successfully exploit this vulnerability.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.
