#VU23808 Input validation error in M5 lite 10


Published: 2019-12-25

Vulnerability identifier: #VU23808

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 6.3 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:H/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2019-19398

CWE-ID: CWE-20

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
M5 lite 10
Mobile applications / Mobile firmware & hardware

Vendor: Huawei

Description

The vulnerability allows a local application to compromise the affected device.

The vulnerability exists due to insufficient validation of user-supplied input. A local application can bypass implemented security restrictions and gain elevated privileges on the device.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

M5 lite 10: 8.0.0.182


External links
http://www.huawei.com/en/psirt/security-advisories/huawei-sa-20191225-01-validation-en


Q & A

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.


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