Vulnerability identifier: #VU24102

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 2 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: N/A

CWE-ID: CWE-200

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Huawei Honor Magic 2
Client/Desktop applications / Multimedia software

Vendor: Huawei

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to gain access to potentially sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to the affected module using weak encryption tool. A local user with root permission can gain unauthorized access to sensitive information on the target phone.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Huawei Honor Magic 2: All versions

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External links
http://www.huawei.com/en/psirt/security-advisories/huawei-sa-20200108-01-phone-en

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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.