Improper access control in Huawei P30

1) Improper access control

EUVDB-ID: #VU23763

Risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 5.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2019-5265

CWE-ID: CWE-284 - Improper Access Control

Exploit availability: No

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions in Huawei Share function when it incorrectly controls certain access messages. A remote attacker on the local network can simulate a sender and steal P2P network information.

Mitigation

Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

P30: 9.1.0.193

External links

http://www.huawei.com/en/psirt/security-advisories/huawei-sa-20191218-01-share-en

Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the local network (LAN).

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.