Incorrect default permissions in Intel Connect M Android App

1) Incorrect default permissions

EUVDB-ID: #VU66485

Risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 3.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-44470

CWE-ID: CWE-276 - Incorrect Default Permissions

Exploit availability: No

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to compromise the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to incorrect default permissions for files and folders that are set by the application. A local administrator can gain access to sensitive information on the system.

Mitigation

Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Intel Connect M Android application: before 1.7.4

External links

http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00596.html

Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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