Vulnerability identifier: #VU23414
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 5.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-119
Exploitation vector: Local
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
P30
Client/Desktop applications /
Multimedia software
Huawei Mate 20
Client/Desktop applications /
Multimedia software
P30 Pro
Client/Desktop applications /
Multimedia software
Vendor: Huawei
Description
The vulnerability allows a local user to execute arbitrary code on the target system.
The vulnerability exists due to a boundary error when the system does not properly validate certain length parameter which an application transports to kernel. A local user can trick a victim to install a malicious application, trigger memory corruption and execute arbitrary code on the target system.
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
P30: All versions
Huawei Mate 20: All versions
P30 Pro: All versions
External links
http://www.huawei.com/en/psirt/security-advisories/huawei-sa-20190821-02-smartphone-en
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.