Vulnerability identifier: #VU23859

Vulnerability risk: Medium

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

CVE-ID: CVE-2019-5272

CWE-ID: CWE-354

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
USG9500
Hardware solutions / Routers & switches, VoIP, GSM, etc

Vendor: Huawei

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to make malicious modifications.

The vulnerability exists due to the software of the affected products does not check the integrity. A remote authenticated attacker can make malicious modifications without detection.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

USG9500: V500R001C30 - V500R001C60

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

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated privileged user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.