Vulnerability identifier: #VU23086

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 2.1 [CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2019-5308

CWE-ID: CWE-285

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Huawei Mate 20 RS
Client/Desktop applications / Multimedia software

Vendor: Huawei

Description

The vulnerability allows an attacker to bypass authorization checks.

The vulnerability exists due to the affected software does not properly restrict certain operation in ADB mode. An attacker with physical access to the device can switch to third desktop after a series of operation.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Huawei Mate 20 RS: All versions

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External links
http://www.huawei.com/en/psirt/security-advisories/huawei-sa-20191127-01-smartphone-en

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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.