Vulnerability identifier: #VU21689

Vulnerability risk: Low

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

CVE-ID: CVE-2019-1314

CWE-ID: CWE-264

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Windows Phone
Operating systems & Components / Operating system

Vendor: Microsoft

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to bypass security restrictions.

The vulnerability exists due to the way files and folders a re accessed through the locked screen on Windows 10 Mobile, when Cortana is installed. A local attacker with physical access to device can access the photo library of an affected phone and modify or delete photos without authenticating to the system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Windows Phone: 10

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External links
http://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2019-1314

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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.