#VU21448 Improper Authorization in P30


Published: 2019-09-30

Vulnerability identifier: #VU21448

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 4.3 [CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N/E:F/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2019-5231

CWE-ID: CWE-285

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
P30
Client/Desktop applications / Multimedia software

Vendor: Huawei

Description

The vulnerability allows a local attacker to compromise the target device.

The vulnerability exists due to the affected software does incorrectly performs an authorization check when a user attempts to perform certain action. A local attacker with physical access to the device can update a crafted package.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

P30: All versions

External links
http://www.huawei.com/en/psirt/security-advisories/huawei-sa-20190930-01-smartphone-en

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. However, a fully functional exploit for this vulnerability is available.


Latest bulletins with this vulnerability


Improper authorization in Huawei P30