Improper access control in ownCloud Android App



Published: 2024-04-25
Risk Low
Patch available YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
CVE-ID CVE-2024-26322
CWE-ID CWE-284
Exploitation vector Local
Public exploit N/A
Vulnerable software
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ownCloud Android App
Mobile applications / Apps for mobile phones

Vendor

Security Bulletin

This security bulletin contains one low risk vulnerability.

1) Improper access control

EUVDB-ID: #VU88997

Risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 4.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-26322

CWE-ID: CWE-284 - Improper Access Control

Exploit availability: No

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions in the Biometric authentication process. An authenticated attacker with physical access can bypass implemented security restrictions and gain unauthorized access to the application.

Mitigation

Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

ownCloud Android App: before 4.2.0

External links

http://owncloud.com/security-advisories/biometric-authentication-bypass/


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.



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