Improper access control in ownCloud Android App
| 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 |
ownCloud Android App Mobile applications / Apps for mobile phones |
| Vendor | ownCloud |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains one low risk vulnerability.
1) Improper access control
EUVDB-ID: #VU88997
Risk: Low
CVSSv4.0: 1.7 [CVSS:4.0/AV:P/AC:L/AT:P/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]
CVE-ID: CVE-2024-26322
CWE-ID:
CWE-284 - Improper Access Control
Exploit availability: No
DescriptionThe 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.
MitigationInstall updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versionsownCloud Android App: All versions
CPE2.3 External linkshttps://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.
How the attacker can exploit this vulnerability?
The attacker would have to trick the victim to perform certain actions on the device.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.
